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Have you ever felt like you're being watched on social media? You're definitely not alone! Social media apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook are great for connecting with old and new friends, but these services are also paradise for cyberstalkers. Whether you're dealing with an obsessive stalker or just want to protect yourself in advance, there are still ways you can enjoy social media without compromising your safety. This How.com.vn article will show you 15 easy ways you can avoid stalking on social media, from making privacy tweaks to your profile to changing how you share information online.
Things You Should Know
- Keep your social media profiles private and limit the information you share.
- If you're being stalked, tell your friends not to communicate with your stalkers or any suspicious accounts.
- Keep a detailed log of each stalking interaction and report it to the proper authorities.
- Keep your phone, computer, and tablet up-to-date and secure to avoid spyware and stalkerware.
Steps
Community Q&A
- QuestionI did all the things suggested and could not shake this lunatic freak loose. What now?Community AnswerIf all other options do not work, you will need to get the police involved.
- QuestionWhat if my stalker is using multiple accounts?Community AnswerIf the stalker has multiple accounts, block as many as possible and set all of your accounts to private. See if there is a way to report all of their accounts and maybe take some time off the internet. Also, don't use location on social media.
Tips
- Even if your profiles are private, people can find the original version of your profile picture or avatar (the high resolution one) and download it. Upload pictures in lower resolution so people can't zoom in to see the details.Thanks
- Some blog-based social media sites like Tumblr and WordPress let you install IP address logging tools like Statcounter. If you have a blog, use an IP logger to capture the stalker's IP address, which you can then submit to authorities.Thanks
- If you're being stalked, know that it's not your fault. Anyone can take all of the proper precautions and still wind up a victim of cyberstalking.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.getsafeonline.org/personal/articles/privacy/
- ↑ https://support.google.com/legal/answer/10769224
- ↑ https://www.rainn.org/articles/stalking
- ↑ Sarah Schewitz, PsyD. Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Expert Interview. 15 April 2019.
- ↑ https://www.victimsofcrime.vic.gov.au/the-crime/types-of-crime/stalking
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