Have you ever wondered how many people in the United States alone use social media? Well, 239 million people in 2024, meaning 70.1% of Americans, are on social media. Around 2,200 people get hacked on social media everyday, and this is largely because people are too comfortable on social media. Many people share their personal information, stories, drama, and political opinions on a daily basis, making them vulnerable to hackers.

Overall, sharing your everyday personal drama with people on the internet is a very risky thing to do as it can invite people who may not have your best interests in mind to become involved in your business. Most conflicts are already difficult to resolve, and sharing them on the internet will most likely make it even more difficult. The same thing goes for sharing other personal stories online, such as deaths and serious matters. Sharing personal experiences online can lead to people judging you or ridiculing you for what you have been through. 

Furthermore, sharing your political views with others can cause a lot of trouble on social media. Civilians have very different opinions about politics and tend to argue about the policies and politicians they think are better. When you are passionately arguing online about your opinions on politics, it can be difficult to determine the other person’s tone, which can lead to the argument getting out of hand. It is best to think carefully about posting on social media if you have something to say about politics or something negative to say to others. 

There are many appropriate things to share on social media, including fun events, birthdays, and pets! Sharing birthdays on social media is harmless—it can show your appreciation and love for the person you are posting for. Posting events on social media is appropriate because it can make the event more popular, reaching more people and possibly generating more business. Sharing pets and funny animal videos can brighten someone’s mood and help people during tough moments in their lives. In the end, there are certain things that are appropriate and beneficial to share on the internet, and there are certain things that are not. It is important to take the time to discern what is right for you to be posting.