Intimate images of minors (individuals under 18) are serious violations related to child safety and protection. Discovering such content online requires immediate reporting to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) at 1-800-THE-LOST or cybertipline.org. This is a legal obligation, not just a recommendation.

NCMEC coordinates with the FBI, Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, and platform operators to address these serious issues through dedicated reporting channels. Major platforms have mandatory reporting obligations to NCMEC under current child protection laws.

ScanErase finds instances of such content to aid in awareness and reporting obligations without any removal process. Note the URL and report through proper channels.

What to do right now

  1. Report to NCMEC CyberTipline immediatelyFile at cybertipline.org or call 1-800-843-5678. This is legally required when you discover such content online.
  2. Do NOT download the contentDownloading such content is a serious offense. Note the URL and report it without saving.
  3. Start a ScanErase discovery processScanErase helps find where your child's face appears online and aids in awareness.
  4. Contact local law enforcementCall your local police department and the FBI field office for your area to report the discovery.
  5. Contact ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force)Each state has an ICAC unit that handles online crimes against children. Your local ICAC can be found at icactaskforce.org.