Online life Ages 18 to 25

Targeted in a gaming server

Most platforms have report and block tools. Saving proof, reporting and supporting the target are safe ways to help.

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The situation

In an online gaming server, someone keeps targeting a younger player with insults.

It has been happening for days.

What would you do?

  • Report the player and message the younger player to check in.
  • Join in so you do not become the target.
See the recommended choice and why

Recommended choice

Report the player and message the younger player to check in.

Most platforms have report and block tools. Saving proof, reporting and supporting the target are safe ways to help.

Your next step

Learn where the report button is in your apps.

Words you can use

“Reported. You okay?”

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