How does Twitter handle tweets with phishing or hacking content?

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How does Twitter handle tweets with phishing or hacking content?

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Twitter has a policy against content that promotes or facilitates hacking or phishing, and they may take a number of actions against tweets that violate this policy. These actions may include:

* Labeling the tweet as potentially harmful or sensitive
* Reducing the visibility of the tweet on the platform
* Preventing the tweet from being recommended or amplified
* Requiring the user to remove the tweet
* Suspending the user's account

Twitter uses a combination of human review and automated technology to enforce this policy. When they receive a report about a potentially violating tweet, they will assess the content and determine if it violates their policy. They may also take into account whether the tweet is intended to promote or facilitate hacking or phishing, and whether it has the potential to cause harm to the user or others.

Hacking and phishing are illegal activities that involve unauthorized access to or control of a computer system or network, or the unauthorized use of personal information. Examples of hacking and phishing content that violate Twitter's policy include:

* Offering to sell or distribute hacking tools or services
* Providing instructions on how to hack or phish
* Sharing or promoting links to phishing websites
* Sharing or promoting stolen personal information

If you see a tweet that you believe may violate Twitter's policy against hacking or phishing, you can report it to Twitter for review. It's important to note that Twitter's policy applies to tweets that promote or facilitate hacking or phishing, and not to tweets that provide information or commentary about these issues. If you believe you have been the victim of hacking or phishing, you should contact law enforcement and take steps to secure your accounts and personal information.

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