“Privacy is dead and social media now holds the new smoking gun” – Kelsey Mac

“Online is old news.Online in social media is today’s news…
social media is not a subset of the internet,social media is the internet” – Sean Case, Svp, Sales and Client Services, Peanut Labs

Social media is the new big thing, love it or hate it. This digital godmother has not only bought people closer but has also provided job opportunities for many. Though the social media has opened doors to bring the world closer, privacy has become the prime concern because these websites could pose our private information to the public.

Even if you are a social media pro these setting are to be made mandatory in your privacy sheet.

No content without permission:

For those who might be embarrassed with certain photos or data online, limiting the tag feature can help you. All the photos will only be uploaded with your consent.

Restricting shared information:

Now there are also options to limit shared data. You can categorize your audience and share the data accordingly. Access limit and notification can also be changed as per choice.

Don’t get hacked:

Try to accept genuine requests, do check if the profile is a spam. Change option to such a way that only your friends and friends of friends an send you requests.

Twitter feeds:

Twitter tweets can reach masses. Limit your digital presence by changing your privacy settings. Keep your profile locked so that people can access your data only if you allow them. Keep a tab on hackers-this can be changed by changing broad cast options. Draw a fine line between various social media applications.

Finally, don’t link your personal and professional life. Keep separate accounts for your professional work. Keep your personal mobile number and  e-mail identity visible only to you. There is an “only me” option  in most of the applications for the same.