Employers can legally reject a job applicant based on the individual's social media activity if the company is not violating federal or state discrimination laws.

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While it is generally not ethical to make hiring decisions based on an individual's social media activity, as it may violate privacy concerns and unfairly judge them based on personal opinions, employers are not prohibited from using this information as a factor in their hiring decisions, as long as they are not violating discrimination laws. Employers should follow hiring practices that are fair, and not discriminate against candidates based on their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, or other protected characteristics.

Employers Can Legally Reject a Job Applicant Based on the Individual's