Using Social Media Mindfully During Your Divorce

Everyone knows that tensions tend to run pretty high during a divorce. And in today's digital world, it is not uncommon for folks to use social media as a way to vent about their life. However, if you are going through a divorce, you need to have a clear understanding of the many pitfalls of social media in the context of divorce. Consult with an experienced attorney throughout your divorce to gain insight on all aspects of your divorce, including how to use social media in a way that will not negatively affect divorce proceedings.

How to Use Social Media When Getting a Divorce

Adhere to these two fundamental guidelines when using social media during the divorce:

1. Do not be oblivious to what you are sharing –

   It is easy to forget that what you share on social media can have real-world consequences. During your divorce, it is important to think twice about what you post online. Avoid discussing the legal details of your divorce or even your emotions relating to the process. If you are in a mood to vent about your spouse or the divorce process, it is best to keep this to yourself or share it with a trusted friend or family member, or even a therapist. Posting anything hurtful or harmful about your spouse could affect the divorce proceedings negatively for you.

2.  Tighten up security on your profiles –

   During your divorce, consider tightening your privacy settings on any social media accounts you may have. This will help ensure that you are only sharing information with those you intend to share it with. It is not uncommon for your soon-to-be ex-spouse or their attorney to monitor your social media activities. This may be done for various reasons. One common reason why your spouse or their attorney may monitor your social media accounts may be for custody purposes. For example, if you are frequently sharing posts or videos of yourself going out and partying on the weekends, your spouse may try to use this as evidence that you are an irresponsible parent, and therefore should have your custody rights restricted. Remember, there is a saying that never post anything on social media that you would not be comfortable with posting on a billboard in Times Square. This rings doubly true when it comes to divorce.

Contact a Fort Worth Divorce Attorney

If you are seeking high quality legal representation in your divorce, contact the qualified Fort Worth, Texas divorce lawyers with Hatton & Hatton, PLLC. Call 817-349-8120 for a free consultation today.

Source - https://www.americanbar.org/groups/family_law/publications/family-advocate/2021/summer/social-media-use-during-divorce-custody-case/