Questions to ask before you post
Would my child be happy to see this when they are a teenager or an adult? Bath-time clips, tantrums, medical details and embarrassing moments may feel cute now but very different to them later.
Who will see it? A video shared with close family is very different from a public video that can be recommended to millions of strangers.
Hide the details that identify them
School uniforms, name tags, house numbers, street signs and car number plates can reveal where your child spends their day. So can tagging locations or posting in real time from the park you visit every week.
Try filming from angles that leave out those details, post after you have left a place, and avoid sharing your child's full name and birthday together.
Choose a smaller audience
A private account, close friends lists or a family chat often meet the real goal, which is sharing with people who love your child. Check your privacy settings and who follows you before posting family content.
Turn off features that let strangers reuse your video, such as downloads, duets or stitches, if you do post publicly.
Give kids a voice as they grow
As children get older, ask before posting about them and respect a no. It teaches them that consent matters online, and that they have a say over their own image.
If you find your child's image being misused, report it on the platform straight away and seek advice from local authorities if it involves exploitation or threats.
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to post my child's face online?
There is no single answer, but the risk grows with audience size and identifying details. Many parents share faces only privately or with trusted family groups.
Can I remove photos of my child later?
You can delete your own posts, but copies, screenshots or reposts made by others may remain. That is why it helps to think before posting rather than after.