Many people interact with friends, loved ones and followers on a regular basis on social media. They may not think much about what they share on these platforms, but it’s critical that they carefully consider anything they say or do if they’re going through a divorce.
There are several things to remember if you’re trying to decide whether to remain active on social media when the divorce isn’t finalized yet. These may help you to decide what you’re going to do.
Consider how things can be construed
Whether you’re posting status, writing a comment or uploading a photo, you have to consider how it might be construed. Some things may be taken in a way you didn’t intend. Unfortunately, this can lead to challenging situations if you’re going through a divorce, particularly if it’s contentious.
Remember everything is permanent
You may think that you can delete things if you realize later that they aren’t being taken in the way you want them to be. That’s not at all the case because anything that’s posted on social media can be recorded as a screenshot. This means that everything can make its way to your ex to be used in the divorce.
Because of the considerations that come with social media during a divorce, some people opt to remain off of it until the divorce is finalized. Others exercise extreme caution if they stay active. Consulting with someone familiar with divorces similar to yours may be beneficial if you’re in this position.