Safety online is important for all but especially so for victims of domestic violence. Often, women that are cyber-stalked by their partners, don’t know that the cyber crime is taking place until it is too late. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Abusive partners may use spyware software to monitor their victims movements, conversations and online activities on either a computer or mobile device. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
“Between December 2016 and November 2017, the National Stalking Helpline received 4,337 calls or emails. 77% of the victims who contacted them were female and 74% of stalkers were male. In 56% of cases the perpetrator was an ex-partner. In roughly 130 cases reported to the National Stalking helpline last year, stalkers had downloaded spyware onto a victim\u2019s computer or a covert spying app onto their phone. Spyware on a laptop can allow stalkers to track their victim\u2019s keystrokes or be used to turn on the camera of a computer and watch the person through it.<\/em>” – National Stalking Helpline UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If an abuser has installed a stalking app on your phone, your phone will probably look<\/em> the same. No new icon will be displayed, and most antivirus software won\u2019t detect it. But these clues may suggest that a stalking app could have been installed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember that taking any of these steps could tip-off your abuser \u2013 especially if you use your phone to research your options, make a call, or have a conversation near your phone. If you are concerned your phone might be monitored, consider leaving it behind when you are seeking help. Do what is best in your particular situation<\/em>.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\nHow can you tell if a stalking app has been installed on your phone? <\/h5>\n\n\n\n
What must I do if I suspect a stalking app has been added to my phone? <\/h5>\n\n\n\n