Resources for Protecting Against Online Abuse

For most journalists, working online is an essential part of the job. But too often, journalists are at risk of being harassed in an attempt by hostile actors or groups to intimidate or force them into silence. Online abuse often includes attacks on a journalist’s credibility and smear campaigns, identity-based attacks, and even threats of violence against the journalist and their family and friends.

CPJ has created a series of resources intended to help journalists better prepare for or cope with manage online harassment and abuse. The most important thing you can do is take preemptive steps to improve your digital safety.