How to deal with a fake news story about you on the Internet

When a fake story about your life is posted online, it is almost certain to get shared thousands of times.

Some of the stories are based on a single fact, and they’re often shared without verifying it.

The rest are all based on hearsay and gossip.

So how can you protect yourself and your family from a fake article?

Read on to find out how to be a more effective spokesperson and share your message.

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Don’t let a false story take you down a dark path 2.

Be a positive voice in the media 3.

Be clear on what you’re saying 4.

Know what you don’t know about the story 5.

Avoid posting false information to social media and in the comments section of your stories 6.

If you are worried that a story will make you a target for online harassment, speak out on Twitter and Facebook 7.

Keep the conversation going on social media 8. Don