Can I be sued for sharing someone else's copyrighted content on social media?

Yes, sharing someone else's copyrighted content without permission can amount to copyright infringement, regardless of whether you knew it was protected or created it yourself — while your lack of knowledge might be relevant to how the matter is ultimately resolved, it doesn't automatically mean no infringement occurred.

In practice, most such situations are resolved through the platform's own takedown process — the copyright owner requests removal, the platform takes the content down, and the matter typically ends there without further legal action, especially for a single, non-commercial, unintentional share.

Legal action (a formal infringement claim seeking damages) is more likely in cases involving repeated infringement, commercial use of the copyrighted content, or significant harm to the copyright owner. If you receive a formal notice or takedown request, it's generally best to comply promptly and, if you're concerned about further consequences, consult a lawyer to understand your specific exposure and the appropriate response.