Understanding Digital Footprints

What constitutes a digital footprint?

• All online activities including posts, comments, and purchases

• Only your comments on social media

• Only your social media posts

• Only your online purchases

Why is it important to be aware of your digital footprint?

• Because it can be easily erased

• Because it is only visible to you

• Because it is permanent and unique to you

• Because it is a temporary record

How can you protect your digital footprint?

• By avoiding inappropriate content and setting accounts to private

• By posting as much content as possible

• By setting your social media accounts to public

• By sharing your passwords with friends

What should you avoid posting online to protect your digital footprint?

• Inappropriate content, photos, or links

• Your favorite movies

• Your travel plans

• Your pet's name

What is a benefit of setting your social media accounts to private?

• It allows everyone to see your information

• It prevents you from posting anything

• It automatically deletes old posts

• It helps control who can view your personal information

Who should ideally be able to view your social media accounts?

• Only your classmates

• Only your coworkers

• Everyone on the internet

• Only your friends and family