Is it illegal to secretly take a screenshot of someone’s WhatsApp chat on their phone and post it online without their consent using your own mobile?

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Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago

Is it illegal to secretly take a screenshot of someone’s WhatsApp chat on their phone and post it online without their consent using your own mobile?

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago

Yes, it is illegal. Under the Information Technology Act, 2000, accessing someone’s private communication without consent and posting it online without their permission is a criminal offense. It also violates their right to privacy, which is a fundamental right under the Indian Constitution.

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