When intimate images reach family members, through targeted distribution by an ex-partner, viral spread, or anonymous notification, the personal consequences are immediate. Finding where your face appears on all platforms is an effective way to address further family discovery. ScanErase scans all platforms to identify where your images may be located.

What to do: step-by-step

  1. Understand your exposure to stop further family discovery Every hour of delay increases the risk of more family members encountering the content.
  2. Upload your face photo to scan all platforms ScanErase identifies all platforms where your images appear and where family members might encounter them.
  3. Review your exposure report Get a full view of where your images have been discovered across identified platforms.
  4. Consider talking to a therapist or counselor Family discovery of NCII creates complex personal dynamics. Professional support can help.
  5. Contact the Cyber Civil Rights Initiative for support resources CCRI at cybercivilrights.org provides victim resources and support for NCII situations.

Frequently asked questions

Should I tell my family the content was non-consensual?

That is a personal decision. Having documentation from ScanErase's report, showing you are addressing non-consensual content, can be helpful context if you choose to explain.

What if a family member shared the content further?

Family members who share NCII, even if they were unaware it was non-consensual, may face liability for further distribution. Focus on understanding your exposure first; address family conduct separately.

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