For many sports players, success on the field can come with an unwelcome side effect: online abuse. Whether it is sexist remarks, body shaming, or full blown harassment, stalking or worse, the barrage of harmful content can be relentless. And it is not just frustrating. It is exhausting, dehumanising, and in many cases, extremely frightening.
That is why the emergence of real time protective technology, like a specialised content filtering app, is more than just a nice idea. It is a game changer. The fact that there is now an app that can immediately delete harmful content as it appears is a profound shift in how sportspeople can take back control of their online spaces.
And because this is an app, not a website-based service, you will not be asked to hand over your social media passwords or create yet another account. The protection works directly on your device, meaning there is no need to give out your login details or trust a third party with your personal information. It is simple, secure, and built to work quietly in the background while you focus on your sport. Just install it, and it gets to work; no complicated setup, no compromising your privacy.
But the benefits do not stop at deletion.
What makes this tool truly unique is that it is not just about shielding the individual. It is also about giving their Club or Organisation the power to act. With a premium service available for just £2.50 (approx €3) /month per user, Clubs can flag persistent offenders, request further investigation, and follow up with meaningful action. No more screenshots. No more hoping someone steps in or responds to your online report to the platform where the abuse is being enabled. This app empowers both the individual and the wider support network to act swiftly and decisively.
By action, we mean follow up with real, tangible consequences. When a persistent offender is flagged through the premium service, the App owners will make direct contact with them, warning them to stop the abusive behaviour. If the abuse continues, the offender’s details will be passed on to their national crime unit for further investigation. With more countries introducing robust online safety laws and taking digital abuse seriously, this approach ensures that harmful behaviour is no longer swept under the rug. It sends a clear message that online harassment is not just unacceptable, it is actionable, and that can only be good news for the safety and dignity of everyone in sport.
For women in sport, who are often targeted simply for existing in a public arena, the comfort of knowing that help is automatic, reliable, and backed by a wider system is invaluable. It is like having a personal bouncer for your digital life, filtering the feed so you can focus on the game, not the abuse.
In an era where mental health, safety, and dignity should be standard, this level of protection is not a luxury. It is a necessity. And for less than the price of a coffee each month, it is not just value for money. It is value for wellbeing, confidence, and peace of mind.
Most importantly, it lets athletes get on with what really matters. Training, playing, recovering, and staying mentally strong. Not bracing themselves for what hateful message or image might be waiting the next time they open their phone. This kind of peace of mind is not just helpful. It is fundamental to building a safer, fairer sporting world which allows us to see international players at their best.
Photo by Marian Mirea
