How to make an E-Safety report

1. Determine the Type of Harm

eSafety reports can cover:

• Cyberbullying (targeting children under 18)

• Adult cyber abuse (serious online harm to adults)

• Image-based abuse (non-consensual sharing of intimate images)

• Illegal and restricted content (child sexual abuse, terrorist content)

• Serious threats or harassment (on social media, gaming platforms, etc.)

2. Gather Evidence

Before reporting, collect:

• Screenshots of the harmful content

• URLs or direct links to the material

• Any previous reports made to the platform

3. Report to the Platform First

eSafety requires you to first report harmful content to the platform (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok). If they don’t act within a reasonable time, you can escalate it.

4. Lodge a Complaint with eSafety

Go to the eSafety Commissioner’s website: https://www.esafety.gov.au/report

Then:

• Click "Report abuse"

• Select the category of harm

• Fill out the online form with details and evidence

• Submit your report

5. Follow Up

After submission, eSafety may:

• Investigate and contact the platform

• Request more evidence

• Take enforcement action (e.g., content removal, fines for platforms)