Someone Is Constantly Monitoring My Instagram – Is This Stalking?
Repeatedly monitoring someone’s online activity can be concerning, but whether it legally constitutes stalking depends on the specific conduct and statutory requirements. For women, BNS Section 78 expressly includes monitoring the use of the internet, email or another form of electronic communication within its definition of stalking, subject to exceptions.
Look at the overall pattern
Consider whether the person is repeatedly contacting you, using multiple accounts, attempting to foster unwanted interaction, monitoring your online activity or continuing after you have clearly indicated disinterest.
Preserve evidence
Keep screenshots, account URLs, usernames, messages and dates. Record repeated incidents in a simple chronology.
Report and seek help
The National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal includes cyber bullying/stalking/sexting under online and social-media related crime. citeturn0search25
If the conduct is serious or persistent, consider legal advice regarding a cybercrime complaint and other available remedies.
SPG Legal Consultancy can assist with assessing the evidence and preparing a complaint.
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If you are facing cyberstalking, social-media stalking, repeated unwanted contact, online monitoring or harassment, consider taking prompt legal advice. SPG Legal Consultancy can assist with evidence review, cybercrime complaint preparation and legal strategy.
Legal disclaimer: This content is for general information and is not a substitute for case-specific legal advice. The applicability of any law depends on the facts and evidence. No particular FIR registration, arrest, investigation result or case outcome can be guaranteed.