Question
Reference number: 465271 | Miscellaneous | June 7, 2020
My brother who lives in a lower apartment gave my father the Internet access password. I asked my father about it, and he told me what it is. However, I did not excuse my brother as he is always busy. I consulted my father about this issue: whether it is haram or halal to use the internet without getting specific permission; my father said that it is not wrong as your brother will not prevent you from getting the password. Is what I did halal, or should I ask and tell my brother?
Answer
Praise Be to Allah and Peace Be Upon His Messenger.
As long as your brother allows your father to use the internet, and you live in your father’s house, then, this permission covers all of those who live in the same house. I think, your brother knows this well. There is nothing wrong with using the internet without getting permission. It will be much better to tell your brother if you feel embarrassed.