Should you post pictures of your children on social media without their permission?

A new study suggests no

UK’s National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) has urged parents to think twice before posting photographs of their children on social media, reported The Independent.

In light of a recent study, which reports that one in five parents upload images of their kids at least once a month, experts in child safety have raised their concerns. A spokeswoman explained the dangers of creating a digital footprint for your child and not asking them for permission before.

"For very young children, think about whether they would be happy for you to post or if it will embarrass them. If you aren't sure, it's best not to post," she said.

Over half of the 1,000 parents surveyed claimed they avoid posting images. About 87% felt their children’s lives should remain private whilst 38% explained their offspring wouldn’t want to be featured on their parent’s social profiles.



“I avoid posting pictures of my children on social media,” Justine Roberts, founder and CEO of Mumsnet told The Telegraph. "As soon as you post photographs, you no longer have control over them. Get into the habit of thinking 'what would my child think about having their classmates stumble on this when they’re 15?’. Generic cute photo, probably fine - splashing about in the bath, they might be less comfortable with,” she explained.

Out of those who do choose to share, 80% restrict who is able to see them. Moreover, 52% insisted that their kids would approve of them sharing their stuff online, with just 15% expressing concerns about what they might think when they are older.

The report also examined selfie culture, revealing that respondents took six photographs of themselves for every selfie posted and that nearly half of them made use of filters and face-enhancement apps.

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