Whether you're just regretting your outfit choice or someone shared a personal photo that was never intended for the public, learn how to delete photos shared online.
How to delete unwanted tagged photos on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
1.Select the photo you want to remove the tag from and tap the three dotted lines in the top right corner.
2.Select "Remove tag"
3.If you're still not sure the image is online and it's not your post, contact the person who posted the image and ask them to remove it.
4.You can also block the person who removes the tag and prevent them from tagging you in future photos.
On Twitter
1.Tap your profile icon and select 'Settings & Privacy'
2.Select “Privacy and security”
3.Select 'Photo Tagging'
4.Turn off Photo Tagging.
1.Tap the photo you're tagged in.
2.Tap your name
3.Select 'More options' > 'Remove me from messages'
Usually photos of you are posted by people you know, and if they are close friends they will delete photos if you ask them to. However, it's best to report photos posted by people you don't know and want them removed.
Learn more about howreport what is known as 'revenge p*rn': explicit images of yourself posted online without your consent.
Visit our DigiKnow page for more informationinformation about being safe online, keeping your personal information safe, opportunities to learn more and how to kick-start a career in the digital world!
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