What defines authenticity in the creation of digital content?

Authenticity in digital content is when what you see or hear really comes from the person making it.

Imagine you're drawing a picture on your tablet, and you use colors that you like, not just because they’re the most popular ones. That’s authentic, it's real you, showing through your work.

• It feels true to who you are, Like if you're shy, but still put yourself out there in a video, that's authentic.
• You don’t copy others just for likes, If you make a song and it sounds like yours, even if it’s not perfect, it’s more real than a copied version.

When someone creates something with authenticity, it feels special. It's like when your friend gives you a drawing they made at school, it doesn’t have to be the best one ever, but it's their drawing. You know it came from them, and that makes it extra cool.

So next time you watch a video or read a post online, think about what makes it feel real, that’s authenticity!