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A recent report from Pew Research Center has shown that roughly 4 in 10 of US adults have personally experienced online harassment. 75% of people, stated that the majority of abuse happens on social media, and 24% of the abused indicated that texting or messaging apps were where their most recent experience occurred.

Recently, Instagram has launched a new feature to filter abusive messages in DMs. Twitter has also revealed a new prompt that asks users to think twice before posting an abusive message. However, the problem of online harassment seems to have permeated all layers of our online presence, and these tools may reach just the tip of the problematic iceberg.

So in order to see what really happens in these dark pages of private messages where people are constantly made to feel really uncomfortable, the subreddit r/CreepyPMs has shed some light on things that end up in our inboxes.

“A place for people to share the strange and disturbing PMs they get from all over the internet,” says the group’s description and it’s honestly the part of the internet we all would be better off without.

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    The internet has given us incredible freedom to communicate with people across the globe, share our thoughts, and get to know things all without leaving the house. But it came with the price of putting too much freedom in people's hands in a virtual space where identities, actions, and accountabilities for them are often blurred.

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    The rise of cyberbullying and online harassment via private messages, comments, online groups, and forums has reached its peak. From impersonation accounts to hateful slurs, death threats, unsolicited messages of a sexual nature, and so on, the problem is pervasive and ever-growing.

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    Oh So I Just Don’t Matter In May?!

    Oh So I Just Don’t Matter In May?!

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    Seems Like A Stable Guy

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    Sasy
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another call to the cops, that is a threat of violence if not giving sex.

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    My Fav Comeback To A DP

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    And to fight it, it’s important to identify and be aware that you or someone close to you has become a target of online harassment. It’s when an abuser uses technology to harass, threaten, embarrass, or target another person. It happens on devices like smartphones, computers, tablets, and gaming systems.

    Sometimes cyberbullying can be easy to spot—for example, if your child shows you a text, comment, or post that is harsh, mean, or cruel. Other acts are less obvious, like posting someone's personal information, or using photos or videos that hurt or embarrass another person.

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    Saw This On Tumblr, Yes Sorry On Tumblr

    Saw This On Tumblr, Yes Sorry On Tumblr

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    Hello it Smee
    Community Member
    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No women ever, has wanted a unsolicited crotch pic.

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    My Charming Old Babysitter Feels Like I Owe Him

    My Charming Old Babysitter Feels Like I Owe Him

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    BingeFest1
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one is f****d on a number of levels

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    Harvard Business Review has reported that people of color and LGBTQ+ people are disproportionately targeted, and women are twice as likely as men to experience sexual harassment online.

    PEN America, which stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect open expression in the United States and worldwide, has created a useful Online Harassment Field Manual that will give you more information on navigating online abuse. Most importantly, remember that you’re not powerless and that there are concrete steps to be taken.

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    My New Self Defense Mechanism

    My New Self Defense Mechanism

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    Fancy Seggs Only

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    Sell Me Your Baby!

    Sell Me Your Baby!

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    This Was The Best Anime Character Arc Of All Time

    This Was The Best Anime Character Arc Of All Time

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    #14

    I Was Super Bored And Decided To Try The "Meet New People" Feature Of Kik. Never Again

    I Was Super Bored And Decided To Try The "Meet New People" Feature Of Kik. Never Again

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    After I Declined His Request For Nudes He Complimented My Boyfriend

    After I Declined His Request For Nudes He Complimented My Boyfriend

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    I Waited So Long To Post This

    I Waited So Long To Post This

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    Jayne Kyra
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For those who may want/need this: https://imgur.com/BB6r69f

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    #17

    Show Me How Those Tits Fart

    Show Me How Those Tits Fart

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    #18

    Haven't Talked To You In 10 Years?

    Haven't Talked To You In 10 Years?

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    Ant Farm Blocked Me Right After This

    Ant Farm Blocked Me Right After This

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    #21

    M'queen

    M'queen

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    Giulia
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this dude is snapchatting with Queen Elizabeth lmao

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    #22

    This Is How I Handle A Creepy Pm

    This Is How I Handle A Creepy Pm

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    Found On Instagram

    Found On Instagram

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    Vorknkx
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ooooh, look at all the raw lust dripping from these slutty headphones :D

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    #24

    Got A Text From A Random Number Today

    Got A Text From A Random Number Today

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    Giulia
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    orrrr he could have just talked to her irl instead of being a creep. on second thought maybe it's better this way so she knows he is a creep and can block him right away

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    #25

    Smh, Who Wouldn't Date Shrek?

    Smh, Who Wouldn't Date Shrek?

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    Giulia
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    beside the cringe in the first message what the f**k was he trying to prove with the "wearing jeans and a t-shirt"? i'm lost

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    #26

    He Want No Bird

    He Want No Bird

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    Ozacoter
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I did one of my masters thesis about the behaviour of great tits. Years later I still amuse myself saying that I mastered in great tits xD I don’t even like boobs but I am that stupid

    LesAnimaux
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is he complaining about? It's a great tit.

    Seabeast
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, this is. https://ebird.org/species/gretit1

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    Miocha
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    how about some education, sir?

    JenniG
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Funniest comment thread I've read in quite a while!

    Mazer
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am laughing so hard I’m crying! Priceless!

    Henry Cheves
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like he reverse image searched and was confused as to what a bird is.

    Billy The Kid
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Could've sent a picture of a cockerel

    Zena Marsh
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Plenty more where that came from...

    LMS
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe it's a titmouse

    Anya Beboop
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is what I always do in response to that demand lol

    Ilia Bauer
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a nice looking tit. Very fluffy and round. Might qualify for borb status. 10/10 would love borb pic again.

    A_fangirling_Demigod_witch
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Slightly offtopic those birds are in my yard sometimes, super cute they travel in like flocks of 15 and they all go on littlr bushes and make cute clucking sounds. They're called bushtits.

    Draga Millani
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i thought that was a black-capped Carolina chickadee- tufted tit mouse wouldve been more clever haha

    Onion rings like to make your breath smelly
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "what is a bird?," you ask. Well, it is a creature way more civilized than you are.

    Ruth Beaty
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And just what the hell were some of these people thinking when they came up with these names. I mean, I know what they were thing but why? Beyond the the fact it's great for this use, lol.

    Demon Child
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    next, send a booby pic😏 (type of bird)

    Emilycookie
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    a bird is a small feathered animal tha has wings but can't always fly. the females can lay eggs.

    KellyKix
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a sexy looking bird right there

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    Vorknkx
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Meh, this is nothing. I suffer from an even rarer disease - I need people to randomly give me money for no reason, or else my skin turns green and I die :(

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    There’s A Reason The App Only Lets You Message People With Mutual Interest

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    My New Standard Response To Unsolicited DPs

    My New Standard Response To Unsolicited DPs

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    41 Year Old Demands Me To Get On My Knees

    41 Year Old Demands Me To Get On My Knees

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    Hello it Smee
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It scary how easy these pedos can talk to kids.

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    #33

    The Perfect Way To Handle Creepy Pm’s

    The Perfect Way To Handle Creepy Pm’s

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    Billy The Kid
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LOL. I can imagine the panicking look on his face

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    Who Are These People?

    Who Are These People?

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    I Hate My Old Classmates... What A Great Message To Begin The Morning

    I Hate My Old Classmates... What A Great Message To Begin The Morning

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    Monday
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What was this chap's plan here? "I have your nudes so send me more nudes or I'll show people the first nudes?". In what universe is that going to work?

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    My Girlfriend And Many Of Her Classmates Recieved This Desperate Email....

    My Girlfriend And Many Of Her Classmates Recieved This Desperate Email....

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    Francis
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sir? are you serious? this must be a troll

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    My Wife's First Message On Xbox Live

    My Wife's First Message On Xbox Live

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