Social media policy template

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Social media
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£19

Use this model social media policy to set out guidelines for employees who post content on the internet either as part of their job or as a private person.

  • 2 pages / 552 words
  • Instantly download as Word / PDF / plain text
  • Suitable globally (check local legislation)

Save 1 hour drafting time, and reduce your risk.

Social media policy

1   Overview

1.1   This policy applies to all forms of social media, including but not limited to Facebook, LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), Wikipedia, blogs, and other social networking or internet posting platforms. It covers social media use for both business and personal purposes, whether during working hours or outside of work, to the extent that such use may impact the business of the Company.

2   Scope

2.1   This policy applies to all employees, consultants, contractors, casual workers, and agency staff.

3   General principles

3.1   While social media can be beneficial for communication and networking, its misuse presents significant risks, including:

  • Disclosure of confidential information or intellectual property.

  • Damage to the Company’s reputation.

  • Potential legal claims or regulatory breaches.

3.2   To minimise these risks, this policy sets out the rules governing social media use.

3.3   A breach of this policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. Any concerns about the misuse of social media should be reported to the IT department.

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The goal of a social media policy is to set expectations for appropriate behaviour, and ensure that an employee's posts will not expose the company to legal problems. 

Direction:
Issued to appropriate internal recipients such as employees, workers, contractors etc.
Timing:
Issued during onboarding / after changes / planned refresher

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Can I use this Social media policy template for small businesses?

    Yes. The Social media policy template is designed to be flexible and suitable for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses and charities. It follows UK employment law best practice, so even if you don't have an in-house HR team, you can confidently apply it.

  2. Is this Social media policy template compliant with 2025 UK employment law?

    Absolutely. All templates are drafted with the latest ACAS guidance and UK employment legislation in mind. We review and update them regularly, so you can be confident they remain compliant.

  3. Can I customise this Social media policy template for my organisation?

    Yes, we highlight the areas that you need to update with your own details, and where you need to make decisions to suit your situation. This saves you time and ensures that you meet best practice.

  4. Do I get instant access to the Social media policy template?

    Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download the Social media policy template instantly. Templates are provided in editable Word or Excel format so you can customise them easily, and in PDF format for easy sharing.

  5. What if I need a full HR toolkit, not just the Social media policy template?

    If you're looking for broader support, we also offer toolkits and library bundles that include the Social media policy template along with other HR templates and policies for fully managing your situation. These may be more cost-effective if you need a complete HR library.