Prevent & Report Online Harassment

Repeated abusive messages, insults, or false accusations meant to embarrass or harm someone online.

The malicious act of exposing someone’s private information, such as home address or phone number, without their consent.

Sending threats of violence, blackmail, or any messages meant to scare or manipulate a person.

Creating fake accounts to impersonate someone and spread false information or scam others.

Harassment based on race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or other personal characteristics.

Limit who can see your posts, send messages, or tag you on social media platforms.

Ensure your accounts are secure by using strong, unique passwords and enabling two-factor authentication (2FA).

Be mindful of sharing personal information online that could be used against you.

Only accept connections from people you know and trust to reduce exposure to potential harassers.

Regularly check your name online to see what personal details are publicly available and remove or restrict access where possible.

Avoid responding to harassers, as any reaction may encourage further abuse.

Use platform tools to block and report abusive accounts.

Take screenshots and save messages as evidence in case legal action is required.

If harassment continues, consider restricting who can contact or see your online activity.

Most platforms have policies against harassment and provide tools to report abusive content.

If you receive threats, are being doxxed, or face serious harassment, report the situation to the authorities.

In cases of severe harassment, consider consulting a lawyer about your rights and legal options.

There are cybercrime and digital rights organizations that offer support for victims of online harassment.

Online harassment is a growing issue, but taking preventive measures and knowing how to respond can help you stay safe. If you’re experiencing harassment, don’t hesitate to take action by blocking, reporting, and seeking help when needed.