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Intimate photos shared on a forum without your consent: what should you do?
The situation
Intimate photos of you have been shared on an online forum without your consent. What should you do?
The right reflex
Take screenshots of the messages and photos, then report the incident to the forum administrators
Explanation and advice
By taking screenshots, you keep essential evidence of the incident. Reporting it to the forum administrators allows them to take appropriate action, such as removing the photos and suspending or deleting the accounts of those responsible. It is also recommended to contact the relevant authorities (police, specialised services…) and provide all the evidence so that legal action can be taken against those responsible.
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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