Why is it important to practice safety guidelines when communicating with others via social media platforms?

Because if people communicate freely, then inappropriate things might be said between them. Some words might even hurt others. Then there is also the case of when someone shares their personal information. If they share personal information, then that person might be at risk of people finding them. Not everyone is who they say they are online and because of this, people need to be careful. Even if someone they are talking to seems trusting.

Becuse you could release the wrong info that could jeapordize your safety or be talking to a person that you think you know, but dont.