Sharing back-to-school photos online has become a beloved tradition for many parents, but it can unintentionally expose children to serious privacy and security risks. Often, these photos include sensitive details like a child’s full name, age, grade, school name, teacher’s name, or even their location—either visible in the photo or included in captions and hashtags. When shared publicly, this information can be harvested by identity thieves, online predators, or scammers who build digital profiles for malicious purposes such as fraud, stalking, or impersonation. Even well-meaning posts can become a goldmine for criminals if geotags are left on or school uniforms and recognizable landmarks are visible in the background. Cybersecurity experts and child safety advocates strongly urge parents to avoid sharing identifiable information, disable location services, review privacy settings, and think twice before posting anything that could put their child at risk. Teaching kids about digital boundaries and modeling responsible sharing also helps protect their future digital footprint. In today’s hyperconnected world, even one innocent photo can open the door to unintended consequences—so it’s important to share with care.