Facebook announced updates to its harassment policy today. The changes aim to better protect users from harmful online behavior. This move responds to growing concerns about abuse on social media platforms. Facebook says it listened to user feedback and expert advice.
(Facebook Updates Its Policy on Harassment)
The new policy introduces stricter rules against harmful speech. It specifically targets severe sexualized content and unwanted contact. Facebook will now remove profiles, Pages, or Groups dedicated to sexualizing public figures. This includes celebrities and politicians. The policy also strengthens protections against attacks based on someone’s appearance or physical traits. Users will see more restrictions on unwanted sexual imagery.
Facebook also added new tools to help people control their experience. Users can more easily block unwanted messages and comments. The platform improved its ability to detect and remove harmful content faster. Artificial intelligence helps identify policy violations. Human reviewers also check complex cases. Facebook stated it invests heavily in safety teams and technology.
Company representatives emphasized the importance of user safety. “Everyone deserves to feel safe using our apps,” said a Facebook spokesperson. “These updates reflect our commitment. We know harassment is a serious problem. We are taking stronger action against it.” The changes apply globally across Facebook and Instagram.
(Facebook Updates Its Policy on Harassment)
The updated policy details are available in Facebook’s Community Standards. Users can report harassment directly within the app. Facebook encourages people to review the new rules. The company plans ongoing reviews of its policies. It aims to adapt quickly to new forms of online abuse. User safety remains a top priority, Facebook stated.