Online Privacy: Law, Ethics, and Public Awareness

Abstract

The rapid growth of digital technologies has significantly increased concerns about online privacy. As individuals engage with online platforms for communication, commerce, and information sharing, vast amounts of personal data are collected, processed, and stored. This article examines online privacy through three key dimensions: legal frameworks, ethical considerations, and public awareness. It analyzes how laws attempt to regulate data use, explores ethical challenges faced by organizations and individuals, and highlights the role of public awareness in protecting privacy. The study argues that effective privacy protection requires not only strong legal systems but also ethical responsibility and informed digital behavior.