Why XVideos content spreads quickly

XVideos has limited automated moderation compared to Pornhub. NCII content frequently remains live for longer periods, and re uploads under different titles are common.

Ireland legal framework

Harassment, Harmful Communications and Related Offences Act 2020, sections 2 and 3. Section 2 (intent to cause harm): up to 7 years on indictment. Section 3 (without intent to harm): up to 12 months on summary conviction.

The civil erasure right under GDPR Article 17 (right to erasure) plus Data Protection Act 2018 is enforceable against XVideos regardless of where XVideos processes the data, where the data subject is in Ireland.

XVideos removal route

XVideos accepts NCII reports through its content removal form and through its DMCA agent. The platform requires the removal request to include the video URL and the basis for the takedown.

XVideos is incorporated in the Czech Republic and is subject to GDPR Article 17 right to erasure. EU based victims have a statutory right to removal independent of the TAKE IT DOWN Act, with parallel filing accelerating response.

Evidence preservation specific to XVideos

Capture the video URL, the uploader username, and the video tags. XVideos has historically been slower to retain hash signatures, so re uploads must be reported separately as new instances.

Five step removal process

  1. 1

    Capture evidence from XVideos

    Capture the video URL, the uploader username, and the video tags. XVideos has historically been slower to retain hash signatures, so re uploads must be reported separately as new instances.

  2. 2

    File Harassment, Harmful Communications and Related Offences Act 2020 (Coco's Law) criminal complaint

    Report to local police or national cybercrime unit. Hotline.ie can assist.

  3. 3

    Submit GDPR Article 17 (right to erasure) plus Data Protection Act 2018 erasure request to XVideos

    XVideos accepts NCII reports through its content removal form and through its DMCA agent. The platform requires the removal request to include the video URL and the basis for the takedown. The request must identify the URLs and cite the legal basis. DPC accepts complaints for non compliance.

  4. 4

    Run a biometric scan to find every other hosting location

    Content rarely stays on one platform. ScanErase identifies every current location in a single scan including mirrored copies and AI generated variants of the same image.

  5. 5

    Dispatch parallel TAKE IT DOWN Act notice to XVideos

    XVideos is a covered platform with a 48 hour federal removal obligation. ScanErase files the notice within 5 minutes of authorisation.

Frequently asked questions

Can XVideos be required to remove intimate images of a Ireland resident?

Yes. GDPR Article 17 (right to erasure) plus Data Protection Act 2018 gives any data subject in Ireland the right to require erasure. XVideos accepts erasure requests through its general data protection contact. Where XVideos is also subject to US jurisdiction, the TAKE IT DOWN Act adds a 48 hour federal obligation.

What is the criminal exposure of the person who posted to XVideos from Ireland?

Harassment, Harmful Communications and Related Offences Act 2020, sections 2 and 3. Section 2 (intent to cause harm): up to 7 years on indictment. Section 3 (without intent to harm): up to 12 months on summary conviction.

How does XVideos verify a Ireland erasure request?

XVideos accepts NCII reports through its content removal form and through its DMCA agent. The platform requires the removal request to include the video URL and the basis for the takedown. DPC can be petitioned if XVideos fails to act within the statutory window.

Can the Ireland regulator force XVideos to remove content?

Coimisiún na Meán is the Online Safety Commissioner under the Online Safety and Media Regulation Act 2022 with codes of practice covering intimate image abuse.

What evidence should I capture from XVideos?

Capture the video URL, the uploader username, and the video tags. XVideos has historically been slower to retain hash signatures, so re uploads must be reported separately as new instances.

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