--- title: Building A Positive Digital Footprint description: A positive digital reputation can make a big difference. image: https://blog.neptunenavigate.com/hubfs/Christina%20Jontra.png --- [![Neptune Navigate logo](https://blog.neptunenavigate.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Neptune/png/Neptune%20Navigate%20logo.png?width=965&height=177&name=Neptune%20Navigate%20logo.png "Neptune Navigate logo")](https://www.neptunenavigate.com/) - [Home](https://www.neptunenavigate.com/) - Products - [Navigate for Schools](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/for-schools) - [Navigate for Student Athletes](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/for-student-athletes) - [Navigate for Churches](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/for-churches) - [Navigate for Business](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/for-business) - [Navigate for Greek Life ](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/for-greek) - [About Us](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/about-us) - [Parent Tips](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/for-parents) - [Learn More](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/contact-us) ## Neptune Navigate Blog #### Tips for online safety and security and responsible digital citizenship for parents, kids, and families. # Building A Positive Digital Footprint [ Christina Jontra ](https://blog.neptunenavigate.com/en/author/christina-jontra) Feb 13, 2021 3:00:00 PM [https://repairbadreputation.com/benefits-positive-online-presence-2019/](https://repairbadreputation.com/benefits-positive-online-presence-2019/) The internet is like an online vault. Everything you post, share, take a photo of, etc. is documented in one way or another and locked away forever, never to be deleted. That’s why it is so important to build a positive digital footprint. We hear about the adverse effects of a negative online presence, but how do we go about creating a positive digital presence that will benefit both our personal and professional lives?  First of all, decide what image you want to convey and to what audience. Then, think about your brand. Do you have skills that you’re trying to market? How will your online reputation affect what you’re trying to accomplish?  Next, don’t put something out there that isn’t true or an honest representation of yourself. It’s easy to get caught up in being impressive rather than begin genuine. There are benefits to building a positive digital presence such as advantages when applying to college, increased job opportunities, more likely to be promoted or considered for increase in salary, confidence and trust from others, and confidence in how you are perceived by those around you. Building your online reputation starts early and takes time, discernment, and awareness. How we represent ourselves in the online world is just as important as how we represent ourselves in the real world. [General Digital Citizenship](https://blog.neptunenavigate.com/en/tag/general-digital-citizenship), [Digital Footprint](https://blog.neptunenavigate.com/en/tag/digital-footprint) #### CONTACT US ###### Physical Address 4000 Southpark Drive Tyler, TX 75703 ###### Mailing Address PO BOX 132691 Tyler, TX 75713 Phone: 903-630-7487 Email: [info@neptunenavigate.com](mailto:info@neptunenow.com) Partner Support: 903-287-0770 #### PRODUCTS - [Schools](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/for-schools) - [Churches](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/for-churches) - [Parents](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/for-parents) - [Student-Athletes](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/for-student-athletes) - [Business ](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/for-business) - [Greek Life ](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/for-greek) #### ABOUT US - [Our Team](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/about-us) - [Our Beliefs](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/about-us) - [Our Story](http://www.neptunenavigate.com/about-us) [Follow us on Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/NeptuneNavigate) [Follow us on Twitter ](https://www.twitter.com/NeptuneNavigate)