| If you are… | Do this | Avoid this | |-------------|---------|-------------| | | State your reason clearly (e.g., “For privacy, I use a filter”) | Changing face cover mid-video (reduces trust) | | A viewer | Check if the face-cover is a platform feature vs. user-added | Assuming bad intent; ask for context before sharing | | A journalist/platform moderator | Label AI-modified face-coverings; preserve original metadata | Removing all masked content—protects whistleblowers |
The rush to judge often leads to internet mobs targeting entirely innocent people who merely resemble the person in the video. Employment and Real-World Consequences | If you are… | Do this |
People feel more comfortable making cruel, harsh, or threatening comments online than they would in person, often leading to severe cyberbullying [1]. often leading to severe cyberbullying [1].
