Definition
Privacy is the state of being free from being observed or disturbed by other people. In the context of personal information, it relates to control over one’s data and personal details.
Why it matters (in Poovi’s context)
The ease with which the man obtained the woman’s photo and number raises implicit questions about privacy boundaries in social interactions, especially within the context of online or discreet information gathering.
Key properties or components
- Confidentiality
- Autonomy over personal information
- Freedom from intrusion
- Control
Contradictions or debates
None.