Snapchat is probably one of your favorite social networking apps in the world, isn’t it?
But how many people do you know in your list of Snapchat followers who know how to report abuse, such as cyber bullying or online harassment?
Why You Should Report Abuse on Snapchat
Cyberbullying happens on every social media platform.
Every. Single. One.
Unfortunately, there’s no escaping from cyber bullying, as the Internet makes it easy for people to hide from others.
If you haven’t seen cyber bullying happen on Snapchat, chances are bullies will find a way to harass you.
Also, if you think about it, Snapchat is one of the most ideal places for bullies to target people online. It’s private, it’s easy to use, and it erases any pictures and videos you send within 24 hours. On top of that, once someone sees the picture or video, it only stays on their phones for 10 seconds before it gets deleted from their phones.
Most bullies know what they’re doing is wrong, and don’t want to leave a trail of evidence at the risk of getting caught.
Not to worry, though. We’re going to show you how to report abuse on Snapchat.
How to Report Abuse on Snapchat
It all starts with going to Snapchat Support.
It will take you to this screen:
Once you’re on there, Snapchat will ask you three questions:
1. What can we help you with?
This is exactly what you see above.
Select the option, ‘I have a safety concern.’
2. What do you have a concern about?
Choose between one of the following options:
• A Snap or Chat I’ve received
• A Story I viewed
• A Snapchat account
• I think my account was hacked
The Third Question on Snapchat Support
If you answered ‘A Snap or Chat I’ve received,’ you will be directed to a third question:
What is your concern with this content?
If you select ‘A Snap or Chat I’ve received,’ you will be asked, “What is your concern with this content?”
If you answered ‘A Story I viewed,’ select ‘A Snapchatter’s Story’ for the third question: “What type of Story concerns you?” Then you will get these options:
If you are being cyber bullied on Snapchat, you will receive the following message at the bottom of your screen:
They make two good points here:
1) Block the account from posting Snaps or Chats to you.
2) Change your privacy settings to prevent Snapchat users from sending you images and videos to your account. You can do this by selecting the ‘My Friends’ option in the ‘Contact Me’ section.
3) If you still need help, select yes (the orange button above). It will direct you to a form. Fill it out and they will get back to you as soon as they can.
Here’s what the form looks like:
A Few Extra Tips:
Rather than rely solely on Snapchat’s report form, there are a few extra things you can do when you’re bullied on Snapchat.
1) Talk to your parents about what’s happening.
2) Save the evidence by taking a screenshot of the photo or video. The bully will be notified when you do this, but it’s always better to document what you see when you discuss things with a trusted adult. Plus, it encourages people to think before they post.
3) Ask for extra help. Remember that it’s always okay to ask for advice when you need it. Talk to your parents or teacher about what is happening. In addition, every GCC country has a 24/7 hotline specifically for online abuse. You can contact them from this list if you want a professional opinion on what to do.
They are putting up unkind photos of me
Hi Jamieleigh,
You can report such incidents. Here’s more information – http://onlinesense.org/government-support/report-cybercrime/
Hope this helps.
How can we get these people in trouble for there ugly ,evil behavior. It should not be ignored..
Someones posted screenshoto of chats and I don’t want him to as people will see but he’s not taking it down
Hi Annabelle,
You can report such incidents. Here’s more information – http://onlinesense.org/government-support/report-cybercrime/
Hope this helps.
My son is being bullyied for a photo that was posted of him in a bathing suit! This has caused him want to hurt him self and not attend school! Please help this photo of him is going around Instagram and snap chat
How long until snapchat notices my report? I’m just unstable with the bullying that’s occurring
Hi Jake,
Have you tried bringing this to the notice of your parents?
These ugly comments and bulling by ugly people. Needs to come to a stop immediately, and dealt with by law enforcement. Whom ever is doing this to other’s like myself. Please give me some professional advice. I’m a kind hearted person. Im very genuine and sweet. I care about others and there feelings. I’m a hard worker with a good job. I don’t deserve this kind of treatment. I wouldn’t share personal information, about other people to the whole world even if the person was my worst enemy .
Hi Alena,
We strongly recommend you report this to Snapchat. We have explained in the article how you can report such cases. In case reporting online doesn’t help reach out to an anti-bullying helpline in your country.
An acquaintance screenshot my story, what should I do if they refuse to delete the screenshot?
Hi,
Is the story very intimate in nature? Please let us know, so that we can advise you accordingly.
Will my report be anonymous
Yes it will be anonymous if you report it to Snapchat.
How long snapchat notices my report?