CYBER LIBEL AWARENESS: THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK, POST, OR COMMENT
In the Philippines, online posts are not “just jokes” or “just opinions” when they damage a person’s reputation. Under the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 (RA 10175), cyber libel is a real criminal offense.
WHAT CAN BE CYBER LIBEL?
You may be liable if you:
• Post false accusations against a person online
• Share malicious or damaging content on Facebook, TikTok, or other platforms
• Comment with insulting statements that harm someone’s reputation
• Publish or repost defamatory content with intent to shame or damage
REMEMBER:
Not all opinions are protected. Statements that are false, malicious, and publicly posted online may lead to legal consequences.
HOW TO FILE A CYBER LIBEL COMPLAINT:
ONLINE FREEDOM HAS LIMITS
Freedom of expression does not include the right to destroy another person’s reputation through false or malicious statements.
Be responsible. Think before you post. Think before you share.
