10 things you should never share on social media

You would think most people know not to post pictures of their credit cards, or to announce they’re going on vacation. Apparently not.

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Well, there are some things you should probably keep to yourself.

Here are 10 of them:

1. Your phone number.

There are creepy, disturbed people on the Internet with ill intentions and bad manners. They are called telemarketers. Don’t feed them—especially after midnight. It’s sort of like “Gremlins.”

2. Pictures of your credit card.

Yes, people actually do this. I know you’re proud of your new VISA card branded with the Toronto Maple Leafs logo, but showing it off on Instagram is like asking for identity theft.

3. Pictures of any bodily function.

I know where you think I’m going with this, but I’m not. I’m talking about potty training. This is one instance where “take a picture or it didn’t happen” doesn’t apply.

4. This video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ

5. An invitation for someone to rob you.

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