Social media is a place where people can connect with their friends, family members and others who share similar interests. Some people share most of their life events on these platforms, but others keep things a bit more private.
There are times in a person’s life when staying off social media is a good idea. One of these is when you’re going through a divorce, particularly if the situation is contentious. Because of this, some individuals opt to avoid social media until the divorce is finalized.
Perception is important
The way that status updates, pictures and other information on social media is perceived is important. Even things that may seem harmless when they’re posted could be twisted to use in the case against you. Before posting a status, comment or picture, take the time to think about how it might be perceived.
Everything is permanent
Everything posted on social media is permanent, even if you delete it. People can take screenshots of things before they’re deleted. There’s a chance the screenshots could make their way to your ex, so they can be used in the case against you. It’s always best to think twice about anything you’ll say before you post it because it may be too late to delete it once it’s live.
It’s best to consider how your actions may impact your divorce. Working with someone familiar with how social media activity can affect each aspect of the divorce is important. Ultimately, the decision about whether to stay active or to stay off social media is one you’ll have to make based on your circumstances.