The Psychology of Digital Hoarding

The psychology of digital hoarding is emerging as a major concern. We accumulate thousands of photos, emails, and files “just in case.” But what drives this compulsive behavior—and how can we break free? What Is Digital Hoarding? Digital hoarding, also referred to as e-hoarding or data hoarding, is the excessive accumulation of digital files, such as documents, photos, videos, emails, and other data, to the point where it becomes unmanageable and overwhelming. Unlike physical

The psychology of digital hoarding is emerging as a major concern. We accumulate thousands of photos, emails, and files “just in case.” But what drives this compulsive behavior—and how can we break free? What Is Digital Hoarding? Digital hoarding, also...