It happens when someone tells other people private stuff about someone else without asking, like saying their gender or who they like online.
How do I prevent outing?
Preventing outing means keeping personal stuff private. Be careful about sharing secrets or private things about yourself or others online. Don’t tell anyone’s personal stuff without asking them first, like their name or who they like. It’s important to respect people’s privacy and only share things if they say it’s okay.
How do I deal with outing?
If someone shares private stuff about you online without asking, it can feel really upsetting. First, try to stay calm and remember that you have the right to keep your personal information private. Second, talk to someone you trust, like a parent, teacher, or friend, about what happened. They can help you figure out what to do next and support you. Finally, consider reporting the outing to the website or app where it happened. They might be able to remove the information and help prevent it from happening again. Remember, you’re not alone, and there are people who care about you and want to help you.
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