Social Media Awareness Dictionary

Profile

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A profile is a collection of information about an individual, including their name, age, job, and interests. A follower is someone who chooses to receive updates from a particular profile. When you follow someone on social media, you typically see their posts in your feed. To follow someone, you usually need to create an account with the same platform. For example, if you want to follow someone on Instagram, you need to create an Instagram account.

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Engagement

A measure of how much interaction a piece of content receives on social media, including likes, shares, comments, and other forms of interaction.

Platform addiction

The compulsive use of social media and other online platforms that can lead to negative effects on mental health, relationships, and productivity.

TikTok Addiction

TikTok is now one of the most downloaded apps of all time. According to recent statistics, TikTok addiction is becoming increasingly prevalent among both teenagers and adults alike.

Online harassment

The act of targeting someone with unwanted, threatening, or abusive behavior online.

Digital citizenship

The responsible and ethical use of technology and social media, with respect for others' privacy and rights.

Privacy settings

The controls and options that users can set to determine who can see their social media content and activity.

Digital consent

The practice of obtaining explicit and informed consent before sharing or using someone's personal information or digital content.

DM

Short for "direct message" a private message sent between two users on a social media platform.

Social Media Diplomacy

Social media diplomacy is the use of social media platforms by governments, organizations, or individuals to communicate, engage, and influence audiences, build relationships, and advance diplomatic objectives. It leverages the reach and immediacy of social media to foster dialogue, address global issues, and promote transparency and mutual understanding across borders.

Filter bubble

The phenomenon in which social media algorithms create personalized content feeds that reinforce users' existing beliefs and opinions.