Self-censorship is the act of
censoring or
classifying one's own
blog,
book,
film, or other forms of
media. This is done out of fear of, or deference to, the sensibilities or preferences (actual or perceived) of others and without overt pressure from any specific party or institution of authority. Self-censorship is often practiced by
film producers,
film directors,
publishers,
news anchors,
journalists,
musicians, and other kinds of
authors including individuals who use
social media.