Someone created a fake social media account in my name in the UAE — what can I do?

Creating a fake social media account in someone else's name is a criminal offence in the UAE. Federal Decree-Law No. 34 of 2021 on Combating Rumours and Cybercrimes addresses identity-related abuses, including creating or using fake or impersonating electronic accounts, and the offence can be more serious where the fake account is used to defame, defraud or harm others. Start by documenting everything: capture screenshots of the fake profile, its URL, posts and any messages it has sent, and report the account to the platform for impersonation. Then file a complaint with the police or the emirate's e-crime channel, such as Dubai Police's eCrime platform or Abu Dhabi's Aman service, attaching your evidence and proof of your real identity. The Public Prosecution can investigate and may seek the platform's cooperation to trace the offender. Acting quickly limits the harm the fake account can cause to your reputation. For help preparing the complaint and pursuing the impersonator, you can compare verified UAE legal professionals on LEXAI experienced in cybercrime and online identity matters.