Viral (un)freedom in the area of COVID-19: it is all about trust

Human Sciences Research Council

doi:10.14749/32378862

May 23, 2026Open Access

Viral (un)freedom in the area of COVID-19: it is all about trust

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This research investigates the lasting effects of increased authoritarianism as a response to COVID-19 measures.
Analyzed global government responses to COVID-19, focusing on lockdowns and tracking methods.
Explored public perceptions of trust during the pandemic.
Discussed implications of heightened governmental control.
Increased lockdown measures lead to heightened public mistrust in governments.
Geotagging and tracking raised concerns about personal freedoms.
The findings suggest lasting impacts on societal trust and governmental authority.

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The paper examines the impact of government lockdowns and geotagging on trust and authoritarianism during COVID-19.

Abstract

Governments across the globe have taken drastic measures to contain COVID-19 through lockdowns, limiting physical contact between people, and tracking citizens through geotagging on their cellphones. What will the lasting effects be of increased authoritarianism?

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