A CRITICAL STUDY ON THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY

AUTHOR – G. AKILAN* & SREE LAKSHMI**

* STUDENT AT VELS INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY & ADVANCED STUDIES (VISTAS)

** ASSISTANT PROFESSOR AT SCHOOL OF LAW, VELS INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ADVANCED STUDIES (VISTAS)

BEST CITATION – G. AKILAN & SREE LAKSHMI, A CRITICAL STUDY ON THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 6 (7) OF 2026, PG. 762-764, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344.

Abstract

The rapid expansion of social media platforms has transformed communication, information sharing, and digital interaction. While these platforms enhance connectivity and participation, they also raise serious concerns regarding the protection of the right to privacy. This paper critically examines how social media affects individual privacy through data collection, surveillance, and user behavior. It evaluates legal frameworks, corporate practices, and user awareness while identifying key challenges such as data misuse, weak consent mechanisms, and regulatory gaps. The study concludes with recommendations to strengthen privacy protection through legal reforms, corporate accountability, and increased digital literacy.