<p>This article examines a very specific way in which self-determination of older individuals is being undermined in the context of digitalization that is often overlooked in the philosophical debate. After a few brief remarks on the role of ethics in the debate about digitalization and the connection between aging and digitalization, a contextual definition of self-determination and one of its preconditions – namely, <i>authenticity</i> – is provided.</p><p>In the course of examining the definition and role authenticity in the debate, it is emphasized that, contrary to what is commonly suggested in the literature on digitalization, self-determination cannot only be expressed by “pulling the plug” and refusing to use technology. The aim is to demonstrate that, under certain conditions, the <i>non-use</i> of technology by older individuals can also be seen as the result of limited self-determination and is therefore problematic. To prevent this, greater social awareness is needed regarding the problems resulting from the spread of negative prejudices and narratives of old age.</p>