The Dark Side of TikTok: Tracking Technology and Consent

This chapter examines the alarming trend of TikTok videos that promote the use of GPS trackers for monitoring partners under the guise of resolving suspicions. It highlights the ethical implications of such practices, particularly concerning privacy and consent in relationships, and the misuse of tracking devices like Apple's AirTags in stalking incidents. The discussion also addresses the broader legal landscape surrounding tracking technology and the concerning intersection of social media with issues of coercive control and domestic abuse.