netfong
Netfong is a term that emerged in the early 2020s to describe a phenomenon where individuals or groups engage in the creation and sharing of fictional, often elaborate online personas, communities, or narratives. These constructs are typically designed to appear authentic but are entirely fabricated or heavily exaggerated for entertainment, social experimentation, or artistic purposes. Netfong often involves the development of backstories, fictional histories, and even simulated digital footprints, such as social media profiles, forums, or websites, to give the illusion of a real, lived experience.
The practice gained visibility through platforms like Reddit, where users would craft detailed fictional identities, complete
Netfong can be seen as a form of digital storytelling or performance art, where creators manipulate perception
Critics argue that netfong can blur ethical lines, particularly if it involves misleading others or exploiting