Social media is a place where people go to connect with friends, family members and others. Some people choose to share cautiously on social media, but others are open about every aspect of their lives.
For those who are going through a divorce, there are some specific considerations that must be taken into account if they’re going to remain on social media. Thinking about these factors may help you to ensure you’re using social media responsibly during your divorce.
Consider how others may perceive your posts
What you say and how others perceive it can be two vastly different matters. If you’re active on social media during your divorce, think about how other people may take what you say or show. For example, sharing a picture of yourself on a luxury superyacht may seem like a fun post, but it could be used by your ex if they claim you’re hiding financial accounts, even though the truth is that you were on the yacht for a work event.
Remember everything is permanent
Social media platforms give you the option of deleting posts, pictures, comments and other items. But just because you delete it doesn’t mean that it’s gone forever. It’s possible that someone was able to take a screenshot of the item prior to you deleting it. They can then turn the screenshot over to your ex to use against you.
Thinking about your social media activity is only one of the factors that you should consider if you’re going through a divorce. Working closely with someone familiar with your circumstances may help you to find out what options you have so you can make decisions that are in your best interests.