Facebook’s post reporting depends on the content of the post in question. If the post comes directly from a person, is shared from another source, or includes a photo, the reporting options may vary.

Step 1

• When viewing a post on a Facebook timeline, move the cursor over the post to reveal a chevron (v shape) at the top right of the post.
• Click the chevron to reveal the post options, then click I don’t like this post…

Step 2

• Select I think it shouldn’t be on Facebook, then click Continue.

Step 3

• Select the type of offense; in this case It’s harassment or hate speech, then click Continue.

Step 4

• Select the target of the offense; in this case A race or ethnicity, then click Continue.

Some post types can not be reported *

* Certain specific post types, such as reposts of external content, may not progress to the final step allowing submission for review.

Step 5

• Click Submit to Facebook for Review, then click Done.

If you have reported several items over a relatively short period of time, Facebook may insert an extra confirmation step to prevent spam.

Step 5 extra

• Click Confirm to submit the report.

Step 6

• Once the report has been submitted you can click Done to close the reporting interface.

Source: The Online Hate Prevention Institute

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