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Back-to-school photos have become an annual tradition on social media.
  • The beginning of the academic year prompts many parents to post back-to-school photos online.
  • Some experts say they could put their children in danger of predators.
  • BI spoke to parenting specialists who weighed the risk and two parents with differing opinions.

When her 4-year-old starts pre-K this September, Alisha Gomez won't post back-to-school photos on her social media.

"I might text one to my mom and sisters, but that's about it," she told Business Insider.