Social technologies is a research concept and interdisciplinary field examining the complex interplay between technological systems and social structures, processes, and interactions. It investigates how the design, implementation, and use of technology shape social behaviors, relationships, and collective action, while simultaneously exploring how social dynamics influence technological development and adoption. Characterized by its focus on the socio-technical system, this field provides frameworks for analyzing the mutual shaping of technology and society and understanding technologically mediated social phenomena.