Abuse Using Technology

If you have moved to a safe location unknown to the abuser, you will want to make sure that nothing about your surroundings can alert the abuser to where you are. For instance, you may want to keep cameras pointed away from windows that may show a sign with the street’s name or other clues to your location.

Additionally, it’s possible that an abuser who wants to gain access to your computer to track you or steal your information could trick you into downloading spyware or malware by, for example, sending a link that looks like it’s related to the virtual visit app. You can read more about technology monitoring on our GPS Monitoring page and Computer Crimes page. You may also consider talking to a domestic violence advocate to safety plan around using technology with an abusive co-parent.