Examples of Technology Related Abuse

  • Uses GPS and other location tracking devices, spyware, hidden computer monitoring, etc. to monitor partner’s communication, whereabouts and activities
  • Monitors/questions partner’s phone calls/messages, email, texts, and social media messages and content
  • Monitors partner’s browser history or online activity in real time
  • Checks cell phone history regularly
  •  Interrogates partner about content and length of various phone calls 
  • Posts as partner on social media without unpressured permission
  • Uses an internet-connected device to alter the temperature, lighting or other aspects of partner’s home without their unpressured permission (for example, turning on lights or the television in the middle of the night or unexpectedly making your home uncomfortably warm or cold)