Adolescent Data Privacy Protection and Threats in the Digital Age

In the current era of rapid development of information technology and the widespread use of the internet by adolescents, data privacy issues have become increasingly prominent. This paper centers on exploring the challenges adolescents face regarding data privacy in the digital age, highlighting the importance and main threats of protecting adolescent data privacy. Using both qualitative and quantitative research methods, the paper analyzes cases and current situations of adolescent privacy breaches. The main research question focuses on the primary threats to adolescent data privacy in the online environment and whether existing privacy protection measures are effective. Ultimately, based on the research findings, the paper puts forward strategies to enhance the protection of adolescent privacy. Research indicates that social media platforms, mobile applications, and third-party data collection entities constitute significant sources of data breaches affecting adolescents. This research aims to provide valuable insights for policymakers, technology developers, and educators to create a safer digital environment for adolescents.