Right to your image: before you post a friend's photo
A photo that's funny to you can be a nightmare for someone else. Consent changes everything.
Your image belongs to you: no one can photograph and post you without your agreement, and the reverse is also true. Before posting a photo with someone in it, the real question is simple: is that person okay with it?
Asking isn't lame
A quick 'can I post this?' avoids a lot of drama. What seems harmless to you can embarrass someone else: an outfit, a moment, a context. Consent is asked for before, not after the comments roll in.
Be especially careful with embarrassing photos, screenshots of private conversations and anything that could follow someone for years. Once online, an image can be copied and reshared endlessly.
Someone posted a photo of you without permission?
You can ask the person to take it down, and report the post to the platform if they refuse. Keep a screenshot as evidence. If the situation feels too big, talk to a trusted adult or a support service.
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