Pause before you post: the truth behind sharenting

The “Pause Before You Post” campaign by Data Protection Commission Ireland highlights a growing concern: sharenting. Parents proudly sharing their children’s photos online may be unknowingly contributing to a lasting digital footprint that exposes kids to privacy risks and potential exploitation.

Research shows that parents share around 63 images of their children each month. Alarmingly, only 20 photos are enough to create a realistic deepfake. Details such as birthdays, school uniforms, schedules, or even friends can help strangers reconstruct a child’s world, exposing far more than intended.

The campaign’s core message is simple but crucial: pause before you post. A thoughtful moment can make all the difference between celebrating your child and safeguarding their future. The internet may never forget, but you can choose what it remembers.

🔗 https://dataprotection.ie/en/children

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