Héloïse Goy 10:46 a.m., January 21, 2022
The French are worried about the traces they leave on social networks.
According to a recent study by the cybersecurity site Kasperky, 79% of them would indeed like to permanently delete posts shared on social networks.
Unsurprisingly, it is Generation Z who feels the most concerned about this subject.
Europeans are worried about their digital footprint, especially the French.
79% of them would like to permanently delete content posted on their social networks, according to a study by Kaspersky, a site that offers cybersecurity solutions.
Harmful consequences at work
For this study, Kaspersky interviewed more than 8,500 people over the age of 16 in 11 European countries.
Generation Z is the most affected by this subject: 86% of young people born between 1997 and 2010 would like to have a magic wand to erase embarrassing photos or words.
This same magic wand only inspires 70% of people over 35.
These figures are partly explained by the harmful consequences that certain publications can have for the world of work: 30% of respondents admit that comments or photos posted on social networks have already harmed their career.
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Among the most embarrassing posts: 46% of French people believe that derogatory messages about people with disabilities are the most damaging to their personal relationships and job prospects.
Young people convinced of having control
This study revealed another astonishing figure: 38% of Europeans express more concern than tranquility at the idea of leaving their login details in their wills.
In other words, 38% of citizens fear the survival of their social networks after their death.
Finally, more worryingly, 81% of 16-21 year olds think they can delete all traces of their online activity and ultimately have control over their publications.