Digital/Tech abuse

Digital/Tech abuse is when someone uses technology to monitor, control, threaten, or harass someone. An abuser might do any of the following:

• They constantly send you messages or call you. 
• They post sexual content of you online without your agreement. 
• They control your digital devices, such as by checking your smartphone or computer all the time. 
• They install spyware on your devices to secretly give them information about you.
• They use technology to track where you are.
• They control your bank accounts through online banking. 
• They create fake accounts pretending to be you on social media. 
• They “troll” you through social media by posting insulting or demeaning comments about you. 
• They use smart home devices (such as doorbell cameras, smart speakers, smart thermostat) to control or harm you.