Many have no qualms about sharing intimate family moments and personal information online, but beware, there are photos that don't belong on social networks. Otherwise, your relationships, identity, or job may be on thin ice.
These are photos that don't belong on social networks.
Airline ticket
Bragging about an upcoming trip can backfire on you like a boomerang. Especially if you share a plane ticket. According to Brian Krebs, author and founder Krebsonsecurity.com, which specializes in cybercrime and computer security research, could be putting your security at risk.
With just a few skills, hackers can access your airline miles, phone number, date of birth and even passport information. Based on the reservation number, criminals can also determine when you leave and when you return. Of course, this is not welcome, with the exception of if you want to have visitors who will honestly "clean up" the house during your absence.
Photo: Unsplash/ Nicole GeriMoney
It probably goes without saying that you don't post salaries, credit cards and wads of cash, not only because it shows your bad taste, but it also increases your chances of being robbed. Also, be careful not to disclose your bank and transaction information.
Winning lottery ticket
If you're lucky enough to win the lottery, be smart enough not to brag. If they want to go the extra mile, criminals can repeat the scannable barcode and steal your winnings.
Photo: Unsplash/Eric McleanBirth certificate
Posting identifying information on social media is tantamount to loss. While a snapshot of your baby's birth certificate may seem like a wonderful announcement of a major life change, it can expose your otaoka to the dangers of identity theft. According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, if this document falls into the hands of a stranger, it could cause permanent damage. The birth certificate is considered the "fundamentals of an identification document", which is essential when obtaining a passport, identity card, etc.
Photo: Unsplash/ Nathan DumlaoChildren
Posting photos of smiling children's faces may seem completely innocent, but you better think twice before posting photos of minors on social media. According to Lawyers.com, the law on photographing and filming children is changing, and you may find yourself on thin ice if the photo includes other people's children.
Experts warn that parents are inadvertently exposing their children to the risk of hacking, facial recognition, pedophilia and other online threats by posting photos. After all, social networks know no privacy.
Photos of overnight stays
A rule to remember is to never post anything online that you don't want your potential employer to see. A picture with a beer in your hand isn't that problematic, so photos of you visibly drunk don't make a good first impression. Just one of these can ruin your chances of getting a new job. Employers, however, will almost certainly not tolerate photos or mentions of illegal drugs and racial slurs.
