Digital stalking is becoming one of the fastest-growing online safety threats facing women today. What once looked like repeated unwanted messages has evolved into GPS tracking, fake social media accounts, deepfake images, hidden spyware apps, and relentless online monitoring. Experts say the increase is tied to the growing amount of personal information people share online and the rapid advancement of technology that makes surveillance easier than ever. Many victims do not initially realize they are being targeted until the behavior escalates into fear, intimidation, or real-world danger. As awareness grows in 2026, advocates warn that digital stalking is no longer a niche cybercrime but a widespread issue affecting women across all age groups.
