Reporting a problem
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When should you report something?
SkillSwap is a community built on trust, respect and real human collaboration. If someone acts in a way that makes you feel unsafe, disrespected, or uncomfortable, you should report it immediately.
Common reasons to report include:
- Harassment, aggression or inappropriate behaviour
- Offensive or discriminatory language
- Spam or unsolicited promotion
- Unsafe behaviour during a video call
- Repeated session no-shows or time abuse
- Suspicious activity or impersonation
How to report inside the app
There are two ways to report someone:
1. From a user’s profile
Open their profile → click Report. You can choose a reason and provide a short description.
2. From inside a chat
Open the chat → click the options menu → Report user.
What happens after you report
When you submit a report:
- Our system flags the account for review
- Your identity remains fully confidential
- Depending on severity, the user may receive warnings, temporary restrictions, or account removal
Emergency situations
If you believe someone is in real danger or experiencing a crisis, please contact your local emergency services immediately.
Next steps
- Learn how to block users in Blocking & reporting users
- Review the rules of conduct in Community guidelines
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