Haunted Snapchat
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eenagers are at the forefront when it comes to social media. It seems that the average teenager can’t get enough selfies. Facebook, Instagram and now, more famous amongst teens, Snapchat have kept our students busy twisting their necks in hopes of getting that perfect angle for a photo. You’re probably too busy to even know the name of Snapchat’s logo. It’s called Ghostface Chillah. And just like the ghost, those seemingly harmless selfies you took can come back to haunt you. Read up on how to keep you and your friends safe while still looking fab in those puppy filters.
Keep it Clean The image you want to show the world should be something that your parents can be proud of. If you took a selfie that you can’t possibly show to your parents then maybe you shouldn’t post it online either. Screen Capture is a Thing No matter what Snapchat promises—that your posts will be deleted, gone like a ghost after 24 hours—the fact remains that it only takes one second to screen capture your post for others to share. So keep in mind that even if you intend for your post to last a day, someone else online might decide to keep it forever. Be a Cool Snapchatter People follow Snapchatters who have a story to tell about their day, not some random shots of people around them. If you’re the kind who takes embarrassing photos of your friends, not only are you going to annoy them, you’re also going to annoy your audience for your uncool behaviour. No Snaps in Class! We know you want to take Snaps of the silliness that goes inside the classroom but this can get you into trouble. Not only are you invading the privacy of your teachers and classmates, you are also violating school rules by using your smartphone in the classroom. So take Snaps outside the school. The lighting is better outside anyway. Viral is Original You’ve probably imagined being the next viral video superstar. Just remember that these viral videos are original ideas. If you simply copy the latest challenge or the newest meme, you won’t be noticed. Stop being a sheep and set the trend instead with your own creative ideas.
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Snap Safely! Above all else, we have to make sure that we live another day to make another Snapchat story. So forget about dangerous stunts and harmful pranks that can hurt you and everyone else around you. At the end of the day, a viral video is not worth it if you’re watching it with your friends in hospital.
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