Cyberstalking and Online Harassment in Denmark — Denmark
Sourced from Danish Acts of Parliament (love), executive orders (bekendtgørelser), and official government guidance. Written in plain language for general understanding — this is educational content, not legal advice. Our editorial standards
What is this right?
Online harassment in Denmark falls under Straffeloven: §264d (privacy / image-based abuse), §266 (threats — trusler), §267 (defamation — ærekrænkelse). Investigation: Danish Police, with NC3 involvement for cybercrime-heavy cases.
When does it apply?
- Repeated unwanted messages or contact attempts.
- Doxxing — public disclosure of address, CPR number, family identity.
- Threats — §266.
- Defamation — §267.
- Image-based abuse — §264d.
Filing a Cyberstalking Complaint in Denmark
- Block, mute, document.
- Report to Danish Police via politi.dk or 114.
- For CPR / personal-data disclosure, parallel Datatilsynet complaint.
- For physical-safety risk, 112.
What should you NOT do?
- Don't engage the stalker.
- Don't post evidence publicly before reporting.
Common Questions
What is Straffeloven §266?
Section 266 — trusler (threats) — criminalises threats of a crime sufficient to cause serious fear for life, health, or welfare. Penalties up to 2 years' imprisonment.
Is Danish defamation law a free-speech concern?
Section 267 — ærekrænkelse (defamation) — criminalises statements harmful to another's honour. Free-speech protections under the Danish Constitution and ECHR limit application. For cyberstalking victims, §267 alongside §266 / §264d is part of the available legal toolkit.
When does it apply — cyberstalking and online harassment in denmark?
Repeated unwanted messages or contact attempts.Doxxing — public disclosure of address, CPR number, family identity.Threats — §266.Defamation — §267.Image-based abuse — §264d.
How do I report online harassment in Denmark?
Block, mute, document.Report to Danish Police via politi.dk or 114.For CPR / personal-data disclosure, parallel Datatilsynet complaint.For physical-safety risk, 112.
What should you NOT do — cyberstalking and online harassment in denmark?
Don't engage the stalker.Don't post evidence publicly before reporting.