The Dark Side of Social Media: How to Delete Your Ancient Posts and Save Your Reputation
Are you tired of being haunted by your past social media mistakes? Do you cringe every time you scroll through your old Facebook posts, Twitter tweets, or Instagram photos? You’re not alone. The internet never forgets, but you can try to erase your online skeletons from the closet.
Facebook: The Oldest of the Bunch
Facebook has been around since 2006, which means you’ve probably accumulated a treasure trove of embarrassing posts, awkward photos, and cringe-worthy updates. To find your oldest posts, follow these steps:
- Log in to your Facebook account on the web or mobile app.
- Click on your profile picture to access your profile.
- Click on the "Filters" button and select the year you joined Facebook.
- Click "Done" to see your posts from that year.
To delete a post, click the three dots next to it and select "Delete."
Twitter: The Hot Mess Express
Twitter is notorious for its fleeting nature, but that doesn’t mean you can’t dig up old tweets to cringe at. To find your oldest tweets, follow these steps:
- Log in to your Twitter account on the web or mobile app.
- Type "(from:username) until:yyyy-mm-dd since:yyyy-mm-dd" in the search bar.
- Replace "username" with your Twitter handle, and adjust the dates to find your oldest tweets.
- Click the "Latest" tab to sort your tweets chronologically.
To delete a tweet, click the three dots next to it and select "Delete."
Instagram: The Photo and Video Graveyard
Instagram is the youngest of the bunch, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find old posts to hide from. To find your oldest posts, follow these steps:
- Log in to your Instagram account on the mobile app.
- Tap your profile picture (bottom right).
- Tap the three horizontal lines (top right).
- Choose "Your activity > Posts."
- Tap "Newest to oldest" and change it to "Oldest to newest."
Your first-ever Instagram posts will appear at the top of the screen. If you want to be more specific in your search, tap the "All dates" drop-down menu to find posts within a specific date range.
To delete a post, tap on the post, tap the three dots in the top-right corner, and then choose "Delete." You can also archive a post, which means you can still see it (and all the comments and likes), but it’s hidden for everyone else.
The Bottom Line
Social media is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it allows us to connect with others and share our experiences. On the other hand, it can be a breeding ground for embarrassment, regret, and online shame. By deleting your ancient posts, you can take control of your online presence and start fresh. But remember, the internet never forgets, so be careful what you post online.
Author: Kayitsi.com
