Reporting an Impersonating Profile on Facebook:
If you have a Facebook account:
1. Go to the impersonating profile. If you can't find it, try searching for the name used on the profile or ask your friends if they can send you a link to it.
2. Tap below the cover photo and select "Find support or report profile."
3. Follow the on-screen instructions for impersonation to file a report.
Reporting an Impersonating Page on Facebook:
1. Open the Facebook app for iOS or Android.
2. Go to the impersonating Page.
3. Tap below the cover photo and select "Find support or report Page."
4. Select "Scams and fake Pages."
5. Choose the option that best describes the impersonating Page.
6. Tap "Next."
Reporting without a Facebook account:
If you don't have a Facebook account or have lost access to your account, you can still report an impersonating Page or account.
1. Fill in the contact form to report an impersonating Page or account Link
By following these steps, you can report any impersonating profiles or Pages on Facebook to help maintain a safe and authentic community on the platform.
Step-by-Step Guide to Report Facebook Impersonation Without an Account:
1. Access the reporting form:
Visit the specific reporting form for reporting impersonation cases without a Facebook account. You can find the form at the link provided by Facebook.
2. Choose the situation:
Select the option that best describes your situation from the following:
- Someone is using my email address on their account
- Someone created an account for my business or organization
- Someone created an account pretending to be me or a friend
3. Indicate if you have a Facebook account: Select "No" as you are reporting without a Facebook account.
4. Confirm if the account is impersonating you: Choose "Yes, I am the person being impersonated" to proceed with reporting.
5. Provide your details:
Enter your full name and contact email address.
6. Full name on the impostor profile:
Type in the name used on the impersonating profile.
7. Email address or mobile phone number on the impostor profile (if available):
If you have access, enter the email address or mobile phone number used on the fake account. If you can't see it, you can ask a friend if they can provide the information.
8. Upload ID(s):
To verify your identity, attach a picture of your ID or the ID of the person you're authorized to represent (e.g., parent or legal guardian). Make sure the IDs comply with Facebook's accepted formats.
9. Link (URL) to the impostor profile:
Provide the URL of the impersonating profile on Facebook.
10. Confirm your identity with a picture:
Attach a photo of your ID(s) to verify your identity. Facebook may store this information securely for up to one year to improve their systems for detecting fake IDs.
11. Additional information (Optional):
If needed, you can include any other relevant details that can help Facebook understand the situation better.
12. Submit the report:
Review all the information you provided for accuracy. Once satisfied, submit the report.
By following these steps and providing the necessary information, you can report Facebook impersonation cases even if you don't have a Facebook account. Facebook takes impersonation seriously and will take appropriate action to address the issue.
