Lock down accounts and capture evidence

    Limit what they can do next while you still have access.

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    By Jordan Dickson · Reviewed by CSG Security Engineers

    Updated June 2026 · 1 min read

    Once you've captured evidence, lock down the surfaces they're using to threaten you. Then you can block without worrying about losing proof.

    Privacy quick-wins

      • Friends-only on Facebook and Instagram
      • Approved followers only on TikTok
      • Disable tagging or message requests from non-followers

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    Founder of CyberSecurityGuides, writing practical, jargon-free guides that help everyday people recover from and protect against online attacks.

    Reviewed by CSG Security Engineers

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