Hate Speech

Abusive, hateful, or threatening content or conduct that expresses prejudice against a group or a person due to membership in a group, which may be based on legally protected characteristics, such as religion, ethnicity, nationality, race, gender identification, sexual orientation, or other characteristics.

See also: Incitement

Commentary:

  • There is no international legal definition of hate speech.
  • Precise definitions for prohibited types of hateful content or conduct vary by service.