Threats and intimidationEagle level
"I know where you live": anonymous threats on your blog, what should you do?
The situation
You receive anonymous messages on your blog in which the sender says they know where you live and threatens to hurt you. What should you do?
The right reflex
Take screenshots of the messages, report the incident to the blogging platform and contact the relevant authorities immediately
Explanation and advice
When you receive serious threats on your blog, it is essential to gather evidence by taking screenshots of the messages so you can report the incident to the blogging platform. At the same time, it is important to contact the relevant authorities immediately and provide them with all the evidence needed to protect your online and personal safety.
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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