Mindshield – countering the impacts of cyberbullying and cyberthreats

What to do if rumours are spread about you

Don’t respond to the bullies or let them know you are upset (they want a reaction)
Talk to a grownup you feel safe with
Take a screen shot of the bullying
- How to take a screen shot on an iPad or iPhone https://www.esafety.gov.au/report/how-to-collect-evidence/how-to-screenshot-on-an-iPad-or-iPhone
- How to take a screenshot on an Android device https://www.esafety.gov.au/report/how-to-collect-evidence/how-to-screenshot-on-android-device
- How to take a screenshot on a Windows device https://www.esafety.gov.au/report/how-to-collect-evidence/how-to-screenshot-on-windows
- How to take a screenshot on an Apple Mac https://www.esafety.gov.au/report/how-to-collect-evidence/how-to-screenshot-on-a-mac
Block the bullying person to stop them from contacting you and report what has happened to the game or the App platform. Most games and Apps have ways to do this. Here’s a guide by the eSafety Commissioner on common games and Apps and how to block and report to the platform https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide
Report the bullying through our helpline on XXXXXXXX (ph) or webchat (link) check with Reg

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