Non-consensual intimate image sharing by family members, parents, siblings, extended family, occurs in a small but significant number of NCII cases. It often involves images discovered on shared devices or accounts, or images obtained through family access to personal property. The family relationship does not create a legal exception to NCII statutes.

This situation often involves additional complexity around family dynamics, potential housing situations if you live with the family member, and concerns about other family members' reactions. Victim advocates can help you navigate this complexity while ScanErase finds and reports the content.

ScanErase's process is entirely confidential. You can initiate a scan without the family member knowing. Your exposure report supports a police report when you are ready to take that step, on your own timeline.

What to do right now

  1. Assess your immediate safety and housing situationIf you live with this family member and are concerned about safety, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
  2. Run a biometric scan confidentiallyScanErase identifies all publicly posted copies without your family member knowing.
  3. Secure your personal devices and accountsChange all passwords and revoke any access the family member had to your devices or accounts.
  4. Contact victim servicesLocal victim advocates help navigate NCII cases involving family members, including safety planning and legal options.
  5. Consider a police report on your timelineCriminal NCII complaints can be filed when you are ready. Your exposure report will be available whenever you decide to act.