Mapping our digital footprint

Abstract

This study intricately explores the domain of digital footprints, highlighting their relevance across diverse academic realms. It delves into terms like "digital footprint" and "digital image of a person," stressing the necessity for specialized methodologies in managing digital traces. The article navigates through challenges in handling digital information publicly and underscores its significance in sociology, economics, and psychology. It concludes that digital footprints, emanating from online interactions, offer invaluable insights into human behavior and societal dynamics, thus shaping contemporary research paradigms. With the rapid expansion of internet users globally, the discussion on digital footprints and their management becomes increasingly vital, paving the way for potential legal frameworks and specialized professions like digital curators.