The Hidden Cost of Free Social Media

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself why social media is free? No subscription

fees. No upfront cost. You just sign up, post, scroll,

and repeat. But what if I told you that you’ve been paying all along — not with

your money, but with something far more valuable: your time, your data,

and your attention. Social media isn’t just about connection anymore — it’s a trillion-dollar

economy built on human psychology. And while you think you’re using it, it’s actually using

you. Welcome to the dark side of the “free” social media model — where your clicks,

likes, and swipes fuel one of the most powerful business systems ever created.