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September 10, 2025Open Access

The Problem of Anonymity in Web 2.0: Between Privacy and Responsibility

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Anonymity on the Internet promotes freedom of expression but also leads to risks like disinformation and cyberbullying.
The study found that while measures exist to address anonymity's negative consequences, complete elimination is impossible.
A comparative analysis of authored and anonymous publications sheds light on content accountability and user privacy.
Regulating anonymity involves balancing user rights with the need for responsible online behavior.

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The increasing role of user-generated content and the development of Web 2.0 have intensified the issue of anonymity on the Internet. Previously, the ability to conceal personal data made the web a liberal and open space, but today it leads to both freedom of expression and risks such as disinformation, cyberbullying, and decreased trust in online sources. The study is based on an analysis of user-generated content in social networks and online forums, as well as a comparative analysis of authored and anonymous publications. The article examines mechanisms for regulating anonymity, social control, and ways to balance user privacy with content accountability. It is found that measures are being taken to mitigate the negative consequences of anonymity; however, its complete elimination is impossible, as it may infringe on users’ rights to privacy and freedom of expression.

The Problem of Anonymity in Web 2.0: Between Privacy and Responsibility

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