How to Report Cyberbullying on Social Media

FACEBOOK – If there is a post that goes against their community standards you can report it by clicking the report link. On the top right of a post there is an arrow, click it and select “I don’t like this post”, you will then be guided with on screen instructions.

INSTAGRAM – If you are tagged in a hurtful or embarrassing photo you can report it by clicking the {…} on the corner of each photo. Instagram will look in to the matter & verify if the image is inappropriate.

You can also report a profile by click a box that at the top right that has an arrow coming out of it. This is also a way to block someone from viewing your profile. However, even being blocked they can still see comments you leave on mutual friends feeds and you can still be mentioned in captions – so make sure once you block someone you also change your username. Again – always screen shot ALL cyberbullying and save for reporting.

TWITTER – Just like on Facebook and Instagram it is important to save the information & then block the user from contacting you and viewing your information. You can also report it by going to twitters help center which walks your though the reporting process.

SNAPCHAT – Snapchat is challenging because the image deletes quickly, again make sure you are taking a screenshot of any cyberbullying that is going on. You can also report it on the snapchat website. Support.snapchat.com/ca/abuse