Authors :
Akanksha Shyamdhar Mishra
Volume/Issue :
Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 4 - April
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DOI :
https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26apr1260
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Abstract :
Social Media, an online platform where user can create, share and interact with the content and the people.
Social media applications, such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat have become all-over in our society and
are essential parts of our daily communication. These apps allow users to post and share personal information, media, and
thoughts with anyone in the world. However, the increasing popularity of social media sites has caused concern over the
safety and privacy of user data. In this study, I have investigated the privacy protections of major social media sites and
discussed their effectiveness in ensuring user privacy. I have surveyed 50+ people about awareness of Privacy Features in
Social Media Applications. This research reveals that while a variety of privacy mechanisms exist to protect user data,
many users are either unaware of them or unwilling to use the available options. Security breaches and data exposure
remain significant risks in the use of social media sites. This study will discuss the gaps between the current design of
privacy settings in social media sites and the actual privacy practices of those users.
Keywords :
Social Media, Privacy, Applications, Features, Awareness.
References :
- https://blogs.infosys.com/emerging-technology-solutions/iedps/data-privacy-in-social-media-platforms-what-you-need-to-know.html
- https://privsec.harvard.edu/best-practices-social-media
- https://www.nicybersecuritycentre.gov.uk/social-media-how-secure-your-accounts
- https://www.facebook.com/help/325807937506242/
- https://help.instagram.com/196883487377501
- https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/a1337839/?lang=en
Social Media, an online platform where user can create, share and interact with the content and the people.
Social media applications, such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat have become all-over in our society and
are essential parts of our daily communication. These apps allow users to post and share personal information, media, and
thoughts with anyone in the world. However, the increasing popularity of social media sites has caused concern over the
safety and privacy of user data. In this study, I have investigated the privacy protections of major social media sites and
discussed their effectiveness in ensuring user privacy. I have surveyed 50+ people about awareness of Privacy Features in
Social Media Applications. This research reveals that while a variety of privacy mechanisms exist to protect user data,
many users are either unaware of them or unwilling to use the available options. Security breaches and data exposure
remain significant risks in the use of social media sites. This study will discuss the gaps between the current design of
privacy settings in social media sites and the actual privacy practices of those users.
Keywords :
Social Media, Privacy, Applications, Features, Awareness.
