Title: Cyberstalking: What Is Cyberstalking and What to Do if You're a Victim
Headings: Cyberstalking: What Is Cyberstalking and What to Do if You're a Victim
Cyberstalking: What Is Cyberstalking and What to Do if You're a Victim
What Is Cyberstalking?
How Is Cyberstalking Different From Cyberbullying and Cyber Harassment?
Social Media Stalking vs. Cyberstalking
Facts About Cyberstalking
Doxxing or "dropping documents"
Impersonation
Threatening physical violence
Identity theft and financial ruin
Examples of Cyberstalking
How to Prevent Cyberstalking
Be careful regarding sharing of personal information online.
Use strong passwords.
Don't participate in online arguments.
Be careful when using online dating sites and apps.
Monitor your online reputation.
What to Do If You’re a Victim of Cyberstalking
Change your account passwords.
Know that it's not your fault.
Leave the conversation.
Keep a record.
Know your state's laws.

Content: Others target people with the aim of financial fraud, identity theft or to plant viruses, spyware, and malware on their victims’ computers. Cyberstalkers have a myriad of ways to threaten, annoy, and blackmail their targets by electronic means. As the world becomes increasingly technology-driven, the methods continue to expand. Here are some examples of cyberstalking: A jealous partner or spouse taps into various accounts to spy and gain information. Cyberstalking victims consist of people in domestic violence situations, a tormented family member, or a former partner. A former employee wants to get revenge on a boss or the company and will take extreme measures to ruin a reputation. A “frenemy” targets someone for a minor or invented infraction. Adolescent bullies take the opportunity to pick on, make fun of or harass a classmate. 85% of teens report harassing someone online.