Objectives: The aim of the research was to investigate the level of knowledge about glaucoma among the general population, including understanding of symptoms, preventive measures and treatment options, and to identify areas where additional education is required. Study design: Descriptive cross-sectional study. Respondents and methods: Volunteers from the general population participated in the study and provided information about their knowledge and awareness of glaucoma using an online questionnaire. Statistical analysis of the data was performed with SPSS, using standard methods to assess differences and distributions. Ethical standards were observed during the study and anonymity and voluntary participation of the respondents were guaranteed. Results: The research results showed that the majority of respondents (88.5 %) had a basic knowledge of glaucoma, but a smaller proportion (18.5 %) had spoken to a doctor about the condition. A half of the respondents know someone who has glaucoma, and about a half know about the symptoms and methods of diagnosis. A large percentage of respondents believe that regular eye exams are crucial for prevention (90 %), but only 30 % are aware of the risk of corticosteroids. There are significant differences among genders, age groups and education levels in terms of awareness and knowledge, particularly in terms of information on preventive measures, which is more pronounced among residents of smaller regions. Conclusion: The study found that despite a basic awareness of glaucoma in the general population, there is a significant lack of more detailed knowledge about the disease. The inadequate knowledge of symptoms, diagnostic methods and preventive measures points to the need to improve education and awareness of glaucoma. There is a need to develop targeted educational programs to raise awareness of the importance of early screening and to promote effective prevention strategies against glaucoma.