Is constantly checking who is online and offline on social media platforms considered espionage?
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Searching for people's numbers on social media to see who is online does not fall under the prohibited spying (tajassus), as spying involves seeking out people's faults and secrets, and this is only achieved if a person conceals their status. However, it is a waste of time.
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