Facial recognition technology raises significant privacy concerns by enabling the pervasive surveillance of individuals without their consent. This technology can track personal movements and behaviors, leading to potential misuse, such as identity theft or government overreach. The ability to identify people in public spaces contributes to a "chilling effect" on free expression, as individuals may feel they are constantly monitored. Legal frameworks often lag behind the technology's rapid deployment, leaving gaps in privacy protections and highlighting the need for ethical guidelines and regulations to safeguard individual rights.