How to react to misinformation online

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Last Updated : November 23, 2020

How to react to misinformation online

The amount of false information online can feel overwhelming. So what should we do when we see misinformation? And how should we react if we come across something that upsets us?

In this article, Verified's collaborators wikiHow share practical advice on what we can do when we see upsetting or false information online. The tips from their experts include:

• Pause before you share or reply to give yourself time to analyse what you've seen

• Fact-check the information by looking at the source, the author and the date of publication

• Let others know if posts or articles contain misinformation so everyone can access the facts

When not to reply and how to edit our feeds to help make sure we are seeing more accurate information.

Misinformation can spread faster than reliable information, so make sure you know what to do when you see false or upsetting information online.

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