Don’t feed it. Stay calm. Verify facts.
Trolls and ragebait thrive on reactions. If you’re here, you already did the most important step: pause — then act smart.
30-second guide
No like, no comment, no share.
Wait 30–60 seconds — emotions are the hook.
Who posted it? When? Original context? Evidence?
Find 1–2 independent sources or fact checks.
Report / block / mute — only then correct calmly if useful.
Why this works
Engagement = reach
Platforms treat likes/comments as “interesting” — even if it’s negative.
Anger spreads
Ragebait targets emotions to drive shares and comments.
Calm is strategy
A short pause breaks the trick. Then you can verify and decide.
Detection checklist
- Strong emotional language (“shocking!”, “you won’t believe…”)
- Few concrete facts / no reliable sources
- Screenshots instead of links to originals
- Calls for engagement (“share this!!”, “comment now!!”)
- Blanket statements (“everyone lies”, “only we tell the truth”)
- Provocation, personal attacks, obvious bad-faith debate
Report instead of arguing
When to report?
Insults, threats, hate, targeted manipulation or clear rule-breaking: report + block.
When to correct calmly?
Only if it helps the audience, and you can keep it short with sources.
Quick links
Add platform links later (FB/IG/X/TikTok/YouTube/Reddit).
Copy-paste note
“Please don’t engage. Verify source/date first — reactions boost reach.”
More details
FAQ
Why shouldn’t I comment if it’s wrong?
Because reactions increase visibility. Check first, then decide: report/block or correct calmly if it helps.
When is a calm correction worth it?
When the other person seems open and you can share short reliable sources. For insults/threats: report and move on.
What’s the difference between trolling, ragebait and clickbait?
Trolling provokes on purpose. Ragebait targets anger to drive engagement. Clickbait exaggerates to earn clicks.
What if friends share it?
Stay kind. Ask for sources, offer alternatives, avoid shaming. Make it easy to step back.
Can I share Anti-Troll as a warning link?
Yes — that’s the idea: a neutral pointer that prevents escalation.