Learn how to identify the official JW Pressroom social media accounts on Instagram and TikTok, avoid impersonation accounts, and protect yourself from misleading or unofficial content.
As announced in the recent Announcements and Reminders to the congregations, the organization has established the official JW Pressroom social media accounts on Instagram and TikTok in the English language only.
JW Pressroom provides official public information about Jehovah’s Witnesses for audiences such as government officials, journalists, researchers, and others seeking accurate information. Although these social media accounts are not primarily designed for publishers, this article has been prepared exclusively for publishers who still wish to follow the account.
The official JW Pressroom social media handle is:
The handle is made of the letters jw, followed by one underscore (_), and then the word pressroom. It may also appear with the @ symbol as: @jw_pressroom
Whether the platform shows it as jw_pressroom or @jw_pressroom, the spelling must match exactly.
At this time, JW Pressroom is available only in English on the following platforms:
You can click each platform name to access the official account.
JW Pressroom is not currently available on any other social media platform or in any other language.
When checking the account, you may also look for a verified badge or checkmark. The JW Pressroom account on Instagram currently displays a verified badge. The TikTok account does not display a verified badge at this time, but it may receive one in the future.
However, always check the handle carefully. A verified badge can help confirm the account when it is visible, but the handle should still match exactly before you follow or interact with it.
Since the launch of JW Pressroom, various fake and impersonation accounts have appeared online.
Some may look very similar to the official account by:
These differences may seem small, but they are often signs that an account is fake or impersonating the official JW Pressroom account.
If you see a JW Pressroom account on a platform other than Instagram or TikTok, an account that claims to be an official translation of the English JW Pressroom account, or an English account that posts the same content but uses a different handle from the official one, treat it as fake or impersonating the official account unless an announcement is made by the organization.
If you notice any of these signs, leave the account immediately and avoid interacting with it.
Some fake or impersonation accounts may share inaccurate, misleading, or apostate content while presenting themselves as official accounts.
Even if you recognize that an account is fake, it is best not to interact with it. Social media platforms may treat likes, comments, shares, views, or messages as signs of interest. This can cause the account or its posts to be shown to more people.
For that reason, avoid:
Instead, leave the account and rely only on information provided directly by the organization. If needed, you can report the account using the platform’s reporting tools.
If you encounter an account pretending to be JW Pressroom, you may choose to report it through Instagram or TikTok.
Most social media platforms provide reporting options for accounts that are impersonating individuals, organizations, or brands. When reporting the fake account, choose the option indicating that the account is pretending to be someone else or impersonating another account. If the platform asks who the fake account is pretending to be, select or enter the official jw_pressroom account.
Reporting these accounts can help reduce confusion and protect others from being misled.
The only official JW Pressroom webpage is located at jw.org/pressroom.
JW Pressroom may also use a third-party link page in its social media profile to help direct visitors to official resources. However, this should not be confused with a separate JW Pressroom website.
At this time, JW Pressroom does not have a separate dedicated website. Be cautious of any website claiming to be an official JW Pressroom website, as it may be fake or misleading.
When looking for JW Pressroom information online, rely on jw.org/pressroom as the main official webpage, unless another website is announced directly by the organization.
If you are not sure whether an account or website is genuine, do not interact with it until you have confirmed that it is official.
For additional information about the official JW Pressroom accounts, you may contact your local branch office. You may also speak with the elders in your congregation if you need assistance.
If you are talking with friends in your congregation or in another congregation about JW Pressroom, you may choose to kindly remind them to make sure they are following the official account and not a fake or impersonation account.
Taking a moment to verify an account or website can help make sure you are receiving information from the correct source.
The official JW Pressroom accounts currently use the handle:
and are available only in English on Instagram and TikTok.
The official JW Pressroom webpage is located only at jw.org/pressroom.
By following the correct account and using the correct website, while remaining alert to impersonators, you can help make sure you receive information from the proper source and avoid misleading or unofficial content.