A question regarding the permissibility of taking and sharing someone's photo without their permission.
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Peace be upon you.
Ayatollah Al-Sistani (may Allah protect him):
1) Regarding the act of taking a photo: It is permissible to photograph someone in a public or private place without their consent as long as it does not cause them harm or violate their dignity.
2) As for the act of publishing the photo: It is not permissible if it leads to a forbidden act such as revealing a believer's secret or causing them harm. It is advisable to avoid doing so without ensuring their consent in any case.
Source: Special Inquiry + Official Website.
Ayatollah Al-Khamenei (may Allah protect him):
The ruling varies depending on the circumstances. In any case, if it leads to harm or any forbidden act such as spying, it is not permissible.
Source: Special Inquiry.
May you be successful in all good.