| | | | | | Have you ever shared a post online with the best of intentions, only to be embarrassed to find out it wasnât what it seemed?
We’ve all been caught off-guard by misinformation at some point, and it's getting trickier to sort the facts from the truth – especially when social media platforms clearly aren’t doing enough to stop the spread of false information on their platforms.
With so many shocking images and stories from the conflict in Ukraine circulating online right now, it’s more important than ever that we take a critical eye to our feeds. But there are simple steps we can all take to make sure we’re not misled.
Check out these resources on how to spot misinformation before you share it: We all know that the real responsibility lies with the social platforms themselves. At Mozilla, we’re no strangers to demanding change. For years, we’ve been successfully calling on social media companies to stop the spread of misinformation with the help of supporters like you.
As we fight on, these resources can help you take back some control of your feed right now. Our list includes a simple browser extension that makes reverse image searching a breeze – so you can double check the source of that viral photo before sharing it.
Together we’re tackling this issue head-on. There’s never been a better time to fill your feed with accurate content. Here’s that list of must-read resources again: Disinformation can be a powerful, unchecked tactic in global politics and conflicts. It’s easy to get caught up in it, especially in times of crisis. But with these tools and a constant campaign to keep the platforms in check, we can begin to stop misinformation in its tracks.
Ashley Boyd
VP, Advocacy & Engagement
P.S. Social media companies need to play their part in putting a stop to disinformation too - stay tuned to see how you can help make sure they do.
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