An unsettling video has gone viral, garnering nearly one million views and leaving many parents concerned. Some commenters even described it as a prime example of “sharenting.”

The clip is part of the “Pause Before You Post” Awareness Campaign, which highlights the potential dangers of sharing what may seem like harmless posts about children on social media .

In a post on X, Ireland’s Data Protection Commission warned parents : "Every time you share their life online, you risk sharing their personal data with the world. Pause before you post." Whilst it may be an Irish account that shared it, the message remains universal.

The video shows two parents walking through a shopping centre with their daughter. As they browse, unfamiliar adults approach the child. One wishes her a happy bi

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