The Internet and social media - Is it permissible to use?

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.

As-salāmu ‘alaykum wa-rahmatullāhi wa-barakātuh.

Internet and other social media platforms are a double-edged sword. The good of them is good and the evil of them is evil.However,the evils of the internet and social media platforms could overweigh the good. Experts have warned that the internet and social media becomes an addiction. Hence, for this reason, it is imperative that one use them when needed. We should not use them to pass time and a means of enjoyment. Hours could be spent watching videos and reading material which is futile. If we use these for acquiring important information and when there is a need, one will be excused. We should take extra care and caution that whilst using these, we do not fall in sin. Remember, Allah Ta’ala mentions who are the successful believers:

Translation: And those who turn away from worthless talk. (Al-Muminoon: 3)

And Allah Ta’āla Knows Best

Mahmood Suliman

Student Darul Iftaa
Gaborone, Botswana

Checked and Approved by,
Mufti Ebrahim Desai.

(26/08/20)