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Distressing content
Online spaces should be safe for everyone, but you may sometimes come across content that is distressing – especially if it shows extreme violence or acts of terrorism.
This page has information about what to do and how to get support if you see online content that is seriously harmful and disturbing.
- Organisation:
- Australian Government eSafety Commissioner
- Topic:
- Online safety
- Target audience:
- Parents or carers
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- October 2023
- Last reviewed:
- September 2025
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Distressing content
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