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Twitter spaces can be excellent ways to spread information or have lively debates. They are public forums and are expected to attract users with different opinions. However, while hosting or participating in a space, you may feel that another user has crossed a line and been abusive on the forum.
Fortunately, Twitter has made it possible for both speakers and listeners to report violations on Twitter Space. You can even report the Space itself if you believe that abusive or harmful content has been spread.
Here, we’ll look at how to report a user on Twitter Spaces from whatever device you’re using to access the platform. We will also learn how to report a Space if you have joined without having a Twitter account.
What constitutes a violation of Twitter rules?
Twitter provides the following reasons for reporting infringement:
- Self-harm
- Violence
- sexual content
- Child safety
- Private information
- Abusive behavior
If you believe that a space or user has violated something from the list provided, then you have the right to report the violation.
How to report a user on Twitter spaces on an iPhone
Follow the guidelines below if you are using an iPhone and want to report a user who you believe has violated Twitter rules.
To report a Space:
- While in Space, tap the three dots located in the upper right corner.
- From the drop-down menu, select “Report this space.”
- Click on the reason you are reporting the Space.
- Once you have reported the Space, you will have the option to leave or remain in the Space.
To report a user:
- While in Space, tap the user’s account avatar.
- Select “Report” and then click why you are reporting the user.
- Once you have reported the user, you will have the option to leave or remain in the Space.
How to report a user on Twitter spaces on an Android
If you are using your Android device to report a Twitter Spaces violation, you can follow the steps below to do so.
To report a Space:
- In Twitter Space, go to the top right corner and tap the three-dot menu.
- Select “Report this space” from the drop-down menu.
- Click on the reason you are reporting the Space.
- You will now be given the option to remain in Space or exit.
To report a user:
If you want to report a Twitter Space user from your Android device, follow the steps below:
- In Space, tap the user’s account avatar.
- Navigate to “Report” and select the reason you are reporting the user.
- Now that you have reported the user, you will have the option to leave or remain in the Space.
How to report a user on Twitter spaces on an iPad
When you use your iPad, this is how you report a user who you believe has violated Twitter rules.
To report a Space:
- Press the three dots in the bottom right corner of the Twitter Space page.
- From the drop-down menu, select “Report this space.”
- Identify the reason why you are reporting the Space.
- You can now leave the Twitter space or choose to stay.
To report a user:
If you want to report a Twitter Space user from your iPad, follow the steps below:
- While in Space, tap the user’s account avatar.
- Scroll to “Report” and then click the reason you are reporting the user.
- Once you have reported the user, you will have the option to leave or remain in the Space.
How to report a user on Twitter spaces on a PC
Twitter can be accessed through a web browser. If this is the device you are using to join a Twitter space, the following steps will guide you through reporting a user to the forum.
To report a Space:
- Tap the three dots located in the lower right corner of the Twitter Space page.
- Choose “Report this space” from the menu that appears.
- Click on the reason you are reporting the Space.
- Now you can decide if you want to continue in the Twitter Space or leave.
To report a user:
If you want to report a Twitter Space user from your PC, follow the steps below:
- While in space, tap the user’s account avatar.
- Select “Report” and then click the reason you are reporting the user.
- Once you have reported the user, you will have the option to leave or remain in the Space.
Additional FAQs
How to report a user on Twitter Spaces as a host
It’s important to note that a Spaces host or co-host can report, block, mute, or remove a participant in their Space. If a host blocks a user, they have blocked them from their Space and Twitter accounts. Therefore, they will never be able to join another Space that the host establishes.
As a host, to block or remove someone from your space, tap their avatar and then click “Block and Remove” or “Report and Remove.”
How to report a Twitter Spaces on someone’s behalf
If the offended party on Twitter Spaces is unable to file a complaint for any reason, you can do so on their behalf. You can do this by presenting a report to Twitter.
Talk loud
Certain topics may be hot topics for members of the public, but that doesn’t give anyone the right to offend others. If you believe that a Twitter Spaces user, or the Space itself, has violated or harmed participants, it is important to report it on the platform.
The guidelines outlined above show you how to do this from whatever device you’re using to access Twitter Spaces. You can even report abuse if you are a participant who does not have a Twitter account.
Have you participated in Twitter Spaces? Have you ever reported a space or user for violating Twitter rules? Tell us in the comments section below.
