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Before taking steps to cut off an abuser’s access to your devices and accounts, bear in mind that in some cases it could be risky: An abuser could react with anger. But you don’t have to face the decision on how to proceed by yourself.

For help navigating your options and for emotional support, contact a domestic violence counselor or advocate. The National Domestic Violence Hotline has trained expert advocates who can walk you through ways to protect yourself and build a safety plan, and give you referrals to local domestic violence counselors. You can also call the hotline at 800-799-7233.

Shulruff recommends calling the hotline using a different phone from the one you suspect may be compromised. It’s best to use a device the abuser doesn’t have access to, such as a trusted friend or family member’s phone or a landline at work.

As an added precaution, you can keep the current phone you’re concerned about in a different location while you call, in case there is stalkerware on it, which could allow the microphone to be turned on without your knowledge.

There’s one more factor to consider before you act. Cutting off an abuser’s access to devices or accounts might make it more difficult to prove that digital abuse took place. If you’re planning on filing a civil restraining order or criminal report, or even reporting digital abuse to your email provider, a social media platform, or another company, it’s worth taking screenshots that could be evidence.

You can also consult a lawyer to get help figuring out how to best preserve evidence of digital abuse. The National Domestic Violence Hotline can point you to legal resources, including lawyers who are used to working with people who have low incomes.

Once you’re ready, here’s what you can do to secure your private information.

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