Digital Privacy Awareness among College Students

  • Authors

    • Dr. Nguyen Thi Lan Department of Information Technology, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, Vietnam. Author

    DOI:

    https://doi.org/10.67228/3071561X/IJIRHT-2018PII8C3Y

    Published 12-05-2018

  • Digital Privacy, Data Protection, Cybersecurity Awareness, College Students, Online Security, Social Media Privacy, Information Security

    Issue

    Vol. 1 No. 2 (2018)

    Section

    Articles

    How to Cite

    [1]
    N. T. Lan, “Digital Privacy Awareness among College Students”, IJIRHT, vol. 1, no. 2, pp. 01–13, Dec. 2018, doi: 10.67228/3071561X/IJIRHT-2018PII8C3Y.

  • Abstract

    The rapid growth of digital technology and internet services has transformed communication, learning, and interaction. College students frequently use social media, online learning platforms, cloud storage, and mobile apps in their daily lives. However, this extensive use also raises concerns about data security, privacy violations, identity theft, and online surveillance. This study examines the level of digital privacy awareness among college students, including their knowledge of online threats, privacy protection practices, and attitudes toward safeguarding personal data. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire from undergraduate and postgraduate students. The findings show that while many students have basic awareness of digital privacy, they often lack knowledge of advanced protection measures and sometimes share sensitive information online. Students with higher digital literacy or technology-related education tend to have better awareness of privacy risks. The study highlights the need for digital privacy education, awareness programs, and training in educational institutions to promote responsible internet use and strengthen data protection among students.

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