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 Positive Online Identity

Definition of online identity

Online identity is any bit of information that can be found about an individual on the Internet.

Q. List down at least three activities that contribute to online identity.

What you post on social media, like pictures or comments.

How you talk to people online, like the way you write messages or comments.

The things you do online, like the websites you visit or the things you buy

Definition of positive online identity

Positive online identity is a social identity that an Internet user establishes in online

communities and websites in a good manner.

Benefits of maintaining positive online identity

1. College Admissions:

Find out about college search, financial aid applications, planning

for college, and more.

2. Job Opportunities:

You will receive multiple offers within the same deadline period

for acceptance, your task will simply be to decide which option is

preferable.

3. Business Advantages:

You will know the advantages business when, how, what to start

and even compete with other business

4. Support from Family and Friends:

You can ask help from friends and family when you get into

trouble.

● Positive outcomes of online behavior can include

○ personal and professional growth,

○ opportunities for networking and

○ career advancement, and

○ a positive reputation and image online.

● Negative outcomes of online behavior can include

○ a damaged reputation and image online,

○ missed opportunities due to negative behavior, and

○ potential consequences such as loss of jobs or relationships.

● Some ways to maintain a positive online identity are

○ being authentic online, using respectful language,

○ protecting personal information,

○ engaging in positive interactions, and

○ practicing good online hygiene.

Protecting Your Online Identity and Reputation

Remember that nothing is temporary online. The online world is full of

chances to interact and share with others. It's also a place where nothing is

temporary 

Mark your profiles as private. Anyone who accesses your profile on social

networking sites can copy or screen-grab information and photos that you

may not want the world to see.

Safeguard your passwords and change them often. If someone logs on to a

site and pretends to be you, they can trash your identity. Pick passwords that

no one will guess and change them often.