Social Media and Privacy
351 questions
What is the ruling on opening an account on Twitter and publishing writings on it for all to see, and is it permissible to author a book that includes personal thoughts which have no religious or scientific benefit, taking into consideration that the writing might reveal the author’s personality and be a cause of temptation for men?
What is the ruling on a woman following the Facebook pages of her male friends and keeping up with their news? Is this action haram or halal?
What is the ruling on announcing the names of those accused of theft or fraud on social media, and publishing their pictures with the intention of warning against them or searching for them?
Is it permissible for women to post pictures of themselves veiled (nothing showing but their eyes) on social media, and what is the ruling if that leads to fitnah?
Is it permissible to publish pictures of missing women (such as a daughter, wife, or sister) who are beautiful, abducted, or runaways, on social media out of necessity in order to find their whereabouts?
What is the ruling on changing one's status on social media sites like Facebook to "busy," "at work," or "going to school"?
What is the ruling on buying a hair wig to practice new cuts and styles on it, and is it permissible to photograph it and post its pictures on social media as part of one's work, knowing that it will not be placed on the head?
What should I do, as two men have proposed to me for marriage, and I do not desire either of them because my heart is attached to someone else, and I am confused about making a decision?
Is it permissible to use Facebook and restrict friendships to girls, knowing that their pictures may appear on the account without the account owner publishing their own private pictures?
What is the ruling on the bracelet I found in the outdoor area of the cafe, and no one has asked about it? Should I return it to the cafe owner, or what?
Is it permissible, in Sharia, for a Muslim girl to chat in writing with a man who is a stranger to her and provide him with personal information about herself with the intention of marriage?
What is the ruling regarding a girl returning to a young man whom she rejected due to his past, despite her fear that his repentance is not sincere or that he might lead her away from the religion, and despite her desire for his guidance?
What is the ruling on sending pictures of severe nakedness (ʿawrah mughallazhah) of a child or infant in social media groups for the purpose of entertainment, commentary, or comparison, and what is one's duty towards them?
Can the absence of social media during the time of the Prophet –peace and blessings be upon him– be considered an indication of its lack of goodness, by analogy with the saying of Umar ibn al-Khattab –may Allah be pleased with him– concerning the gold that came from Khosrow: "If there were any good in you, you would have come to us during the time of the Messenger of Allah; O دنیا, deceive someone other than me"?
What is the ruling on posting written advice, such as "You are trying, and Allah sees you, and that is enough," alongside Qur'anic verses, such as the words of the Almighty: {And rely upon the Exalted in Might, the Merciful, Who sees you when you stand} [Quran 26:217-218], on Qur'anic clips and sharing them on social media with the intention of gaining reward?
What is the ruling on profiting from marketing a social media website like Facebook?
Is a person's pursuit of advancement in life and self-esteem, love of excellence at work, seeking to get close to and know people, and publishing permissible non-religious content on social media with the aim of gaining their admiration, considered a form of worldly showing-off (riya'), despite sincere worship of Allah Almighty?
Is it permissible for a veiled woman to post pictures of her clothes, jewelry, and favorite perfume on social media without showing herself?
Is it permissible to speak with a girl via social media to find out the result of Salat al-Istikhara regarding marriage to her, knowing that she lives in another country? And if it is not permissible, what is the correct course of action?
Is it permissible for me to explain my difficult financial situation on social media to ask for help without mentioning my name, knowing that I used to help those in need in the same way, or is that considered a lie?
What is your advice to a common young man who disseminates religious knowledge through social media from reliable websites, and which is better?
Is a wife obligated to obey her husband if he forbids her from communicating with her brother's second wife, from returning her greetings, and from being in the same place as her, knowing that she does not cause problems?
What is the ruling on a wife adding someone to her social media whom her husband swore by divorce that she should not communicate with, and merely liking his posts? Does this fall under the oath? And what is the ruling on the wife asking another woman about the same person if she suspects he is the one intended by the oath? Does this fall under the oath of divorce?
Is it obligatory to warn the owners of cars that have Quranic verses or the Shahada (Declaration of Faith) placed on them, when these are exposed to disrespect, or is it sufficient to merely disapprove of it in one's heart?