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Safety Tools and Policies

Safety is a conversation and a responsibility we all share. Get to know how Meta approaches safety and learn about the tools and resources available to you.

Online Child Protection

Learn about Meta's comprehensive approach to child safety across our technologies, including our efforts to fight the online exploitation of children.

Mental Health & Well-Being

Online well-being has become increasingly important to overall wellness. Learn about tools and resources for supporting digital well-being for yourself, your family and others in your community.

Bullying & Harassment

Meta takes reports on bullying and harassment seriously. Learn about tools and expert-backed resources on bullying prevention and intimate image abuse.

Digital Literacy

Meta has digital literacy resources that help learners gain the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in the digital world. Learn about regionally adapted resources for youth, parents and educators.

Intimate Image Abuse and Sextortion

Meta strictly prohibits the sharing of non-consensual intimate images (NCII). If you’ve been victimized by someone sharing your personal images—or someone is threatening to do so—this page explains how to take immediate action.

Learn about Meta's comprehensive approach to making our platforms a safe place for women.

The LGBTQ+ community has always been an important part of the Meta community. Learn about support and resources related to LGBTQ+ online safety.

At Meta, we support parents and caregivers with policies, resources and tools that help protect the safety and well-being of young people online.

Learn about Meta's tools and resources to educate and empower youth to stay safe, prioritize their well-being, create positive change and prevent or respond to those struggling with bullying or suicidal ideation.

Learn how to help students gain the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in the digital world.

Law Enforcement

Meta is committed to promoting safety, both online and in the physical world. Read about our privacy protection, law enforcement guidelines, and other support resources.

Journalists, Activists & Public Figures

Learn how Meta helps to facilitate a safe experience for journalists, human rights defenders and public figures.

Crisis support resources

If an emergency arises, know that you don't have to handle it alone. Here are resources that can help you get urgent, expert support.

Safety partners

Online safety requires a global and comprehensive response, and we can’t do it alone. Meta collaborates with experts from around the world to inform our approach to safety.

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LGBTQ+ safety

Get information on resources, tools, partnerships and policies for anyone seeking support for issues related to online safety for the LGBTQ+ community.

Our approach

We know that representation and a place for community matter — whether that be LGBTQ+ people creatively expressing themselves, finding a supportive network or raising money for important causes. We want the LGBTQ+ community to use Meta technologies to share their voices.

At Meta, we recognize the importance of having a safe place to connect online. We partner with LGBTQ+ safety and advocacy organizations around the world to design policies and create tools that foster a safer online environment. This approach is always evolving, and input from the LGBTQ+ community online is critical to informing and continually improving Meta’s technologies and programs.

Whether you’re looking for yourself, a friend or family member, you will find LGBTQ+ support across Facebook, Instagram and other technologies to help safeguard your online experience.

Support resources

Reach out to someone you trust — a friend, family member, guardian or teacher — if you are in need of help or support. If you don’t know where to go, there are helplines and organizations around the world that can help provide support in times of need.

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LGBTQ+ policies

LGBTQ+ tools

In addition to our policies, Meta offers numerous safety tools to prevent and stop abuse on our technologies and put you in control of your experience. Learn about the tools and resources that can enhance LGBTQ+ online safety.

LGBTQ+ tools

LGBTQ+ policies

The Facebook Community Standards and Instagram Community Guidelines define what is acceptable to share and help prohibit harmful content, including hate speech, bullying and harassment and non-consensually shared intimate imagery.

LGBTQ+ policies

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