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Original Research | Social Science | Volume 15 Issue 4, April 2026 | Pages: 1614 - 1620 | India
Sharenting & Its Implications on Children?s Digital Rights in India
Abstract: The increasing prevalence of sharenting- the act of parents sharing their children's lives on social media- has raised significant concerns about privacy, safety, and children's digital rights. This paper delves into the motivations behind sharenting and evaluates its implications through a detailed analysis of parenting behaviors online in Indian context. Using survey data from 153 participants, the study tests these hypotheses: Educational Qualification vs Privacy Awareness & Sharenting Behaviours among males and females. The findings reveal key trends: the dominant use of WhatsApp for sharing child-related content, widespread ignorance of digital risks like identity theft and digital kidnapping, and a notable disconnect between parental beliefs and practices regarding children's consent. This is the first-ever study in the Indian context to explore these dimensions in detail, addressing a significant gap in the literature. Globally, there are very few studies that examine parenting behavior on social media, and even fewer focus on Indian parents. Recommendations emphasize the need for digital literacy programs, robust privacy policies, and a comprehensive legal framework to protect children's online identities. This research highlights the urgent necessity for collective action to safeguard children's rights in the digital environment.
Keywords: Sharenting, Children's Digital Privacy, Social Media Parenting, Digital Literacy, Online Child Safety
How to Cite?: Salik Khan, "Sharenting & Its Implications on Children?s Digital Rights in India", Volume 15 Issue 4, April 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1614-1620, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26425123432, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26425123432