TL;DR:
- Tools: mute words, restrict commenters, filter comments, block serial harassers, rest from platform.
- Don't engage trolls. Don't read DMs from strangers. Therapy if needed.
Platform Tools
| Action | Effect |
|---|---|
| Mute words / phrases | Hides matching content from feed |
| Restrict commenter | Their comments only visible to them |
| Filter offensive | Hides slurs / abusive language auto |
| Block | Full disconnect |
| Limit DMs to followers | Reduces stranger DM exposure |
Personal Strategies
- Don't engage trolls ??” feeds them.
- Don't read every DM from strangers.
- Schedule "no-phone" hours daily.
- Therapist ??” many specialise in online harassment.
- Save evidence of serious harassment.
- Report serial harassers; document patterns.
- Take breaks ??” 1 week off helps perspective.
When It's Serious
If threats include:
- Death threats / specific violence.
- Doxxing.
- Harassment of family.
Contact local police + Cyber Civil Rights Initiative + lawyer if needed.
Key Takeaways
- Mute / restrict / block tools first.
- Don't engage trolls.
- Document + report serious harassment.
- Therapy + breaks for sustained mental health.
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