Insults, humiliation and hateElephant level
Gamers insult and threaten you on a gaming forum: what should you do?
The situation
On an online gaming forum, a group of players is specifically targeting you with insults and threats. What should you do?
The right reflex
Take screenshots of the messages, report the incident to the game administrators and ask them to step in
Explanation and advice
If reporting doesn’t seem to work or the harassment continues, contact the game’s technical support. Explain the situation in detail and attach the screenshots as evidence. They will be able to investigate the incident and take appropriate action.
If you face online harassment, remember these 5 steps
- Take screenshots: they are your evidence.
- Report the content or the account to the platform.
- Talk to someone you trust so you don't face it alone.
- Contact the relevant authorities with your evidence.
- File a complaint if needed, with support.
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