Non-consensual intimate imagery laws do not distinguish between offline and online relationships. Intimate images shared without consent by someone you only know online, whether a gaming friend, social media connection, dating app contact, or online community member, constitute NCII, with the same implications under state laws.

The online nature of the relationship can complicate identifying the individual responsible, but there are methods to help. IP addresses, account information, and message history can assist in revealing identities through cooperation with platforms. Law enforcement may obtain this information through proper legal channels if you choose to file a report.

To discover where your content appears: ScanErase's biometric scan identifies all locations where your content is found online, regardless of who shared it. You can see your exposure report to track where your images are being used without consent.

What to do right now

  1. Start a biometric scan immediatelyYour exposure report is independent of identifying the online contact who shared it.
  2. Preserve all evidence of the online relationship and the sharingScreenshots of profiles, messages, and the shared content are useful for future reference.
  3. Block the person across all platformsPrevents additional distribution and direct harassment.
  4. File a police reportLaw enforcement can subpoena platform records to identify real identities behind online accounts.
  5. Report the account to each platformReport for NCII through each platform's reporting tool.