Ethics are a set of moral principles that govern an individual or a group on what is acceptable behavior while using a digital devices. Internet Ethics or Cyber Ethics can be described as acceptable behavior standards to be followed by digital users while using the internet.  They help digital citizens stay safe online by setting up a set of moral principles that govern the usage of internet technology or digital devices.

It involves recognizing and respecting the rights, privacy, and autonomy of others in the digital sphere.