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U.S. News & World Report - What Older Adults Need to Know About Connecting and Staying Safe Online

December 10, 2025

From toddlers on iPads to grandparents on Facebook, people of all ages are online. But while today’s youth may never know a life apart from Google and Siri, many older adults left adolescence – and younger adulthood – without a digital footprint. Even though more and more seniors are online now, some remain on a learning curve for gaining digital literacy and navigating social media platforms and smartphone use safely. Social media and connecting with others online can offer benefits for homebound adults and seniors, potentially reducing the risk of social isolation and loneliness and offering a way to remain connected to family and friends.

Setting intentions for social media use and familiarizing yourself with best practices can help you reap its benefits, while also keeping your personal information safe and secure.

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