Deepfake revenge porn refers to the intentional creation and distribution of AI-generated intimate imagery of a real person as an act of retaliation, typically by an ex-partner, hostile acquaintance, or anonymous actor. The 'revenge' motivation is not legally relevant; the focus is on the impact of the intimate, non-consensual content depicting the victim's likeness.

How deepfake revenge porn differs from authentic NCII

Unlike authentic NCII, deepfake revenge porn creates evidence of intimate conduct that never occurred. This creates an additional layer of harm, potential defamation and false implication of sexual conduct, on top of the privacy violation.

Additional risks to consider

Deepfake revenge porn may create claims beyond general discovery: defamation (false statements of fact through visual content), intentional infliction of emotional distress, and right of publicity violations. Consult a civil rights attorney for claims beyond platform discovery.

Discovery process

ScanErase's biometric scan identifies deepfake revenge porn across all 200+ covered platforms, allowing users to see every match related to their likeness.

Frequently asked questions

Can I sue for defamation if a deepfake implies I engaged in sexual conduct I did not engage in?

Deepfakes that imply the subject engaged in specific sexual conduct they did not engage in may constitute defamation per se in many jurisdictions. Consult a civil rights attorney for defamation claims.

Is deepfake revenge porn treated differently than authentic revenge porn legally?

The law treats authentic and AI-generated intimate imagery identically in terms of discovery. Some state criminal statutes may distinguish between them, but the exposure reporting rights are similar.

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