How do you report a Twitter account for impersonation?

Started by Robersok, May 06, 2024, 06:01 PM

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How do you report a Twitter account for impersonation?

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To report a Twitter account for impersonation, follow these steps:

1. **Visit the Profile**: Navigate to the profile of the Twitter account you believe is impersonating someone. You can do this by searching for the username in the Twitter search bar or by clicking on a tweet or mention from the account.

2. **Click on the "More" Icon**: On the profile page of the account you want to report, locate the three-dot icon (•••) located next to the "Following" button.

3. **Select "Report"**: Click on the three-dot icon to open a dropdown menu of options. From the menu, select "Report".

4. **Choose Report Type**: Twitter will present you with a list of report options. Select "It's pretending to be me or someone else" or a similar option that best describes the reason for your report. This indicates that you are reporting the account for impersonation.

5. **Provide Additional Information (Optional)**: Twitter may ask you to provide additional details or context about the impersonation report. If prompted, provide any relevant information to support your report.

6. **Submit Your Report**: Once you've selected the appropriate report type and provided any additional information, click on the "Next" or "Submit" button to submit your report to Twitter.

7. **Review Confirmation**: After submitting your report, Twitter will display a confirmation message indicating that your report has been received. You may also receive an email confirmation of your report.

Twitter will review your report and take appropriate action if the reported account is found to be in violation of its rules and policies, including its policies against impersonation. Keep in mind that Twitter may not always provide feedback on the outcome of individual reports, but rest assured that they take reports seriously and investigate each case thoroughly.

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