: Managing how identity is presented is critical, as incorrect or unwanted visibility can lead to severe real-world consequences, including discrimination or harassment. 2. The Impact of Online Harassment

For many transgender individuals, digital spaces are a "double-edged sword". While platforms offer vital opportunities for identity affirmation and community building—especially for youth who may lack support offline—they also require strategic "identity management".

: More than half (54%) of LGBTQ+ respondents have experienced "severe harassment," which includes stalking, physical threats, and doxing.