Social media is a powerful tool for connection, collaboration, and community, but with that power comes responsibility. What you share online can have unintended consequences, not just for you but for your organization as well.

Before you select “post,” take a moment to stop and think.

• Stop: Pause before sharing. Ask yourself if this information could be used to guess your passwords, reveal sensitive details, or put you or others at risk.
• Think: Consider the audience and permanence. Even if your post is private, screenshots last forever, and privacy settings can change.
• Post: Confirm that the content is appropriate, non-sensitive, and doesn’t expose personal or institutional data.

Tips to stay safer online:

• Avoid posting your location in real time.
• Don’t share images of workspaces with confidential materials visible.
• Watch out for links and messages, even from people you know, that could be phishing attempts.
• Be wary of quizzes and apps that ask for personal details like your birth year or pet’s name.

Remember: What you share today could be seen tomorrow by more people than you expect. Think of your social media presence as a digital résumé and protect it accordingly. Together, let’s make our digital spaces safer and smarter.