Non-Consensual Intimate Image (NCII) Removal: How to Get Intimate Images Taken Down (2026)
Immediate steps
- Identify whether the images were taken when you were under 18 (use Take It Down) or 18+ (use StopNCII.org).
- Preserve evidence of where the images appear (URLs) without downloading/re-sharing the images.
- Create a hash case so participating platforms can detect and block the content.
- Report the content directly to each platform hosting it.
- Consider contacting CCRI for step-by-step guidance and referrals.
Evidence preservation
Record the URLs where images appear and the dates. Do NOT download or forward the images — both Take It Down and StopNCII hash the image on your own device so it never leaves your possession. Keep your StopNCII case number and PIN safe (they are not recoverable if lost).
Where to report
| Entity | Contact | What to report |
|---|---|---|
| StopNCII.org (adults 18+) | https://stopncii.org | Create a case to hash your images for detection/removal by participating platforms |
| NCMEC Take It Down (under 18) | https://takeitdown.ncmec.org | Hash images taken when you were a minor |
| Covered platforms | Each platform's NCII/removal reporting flow | The specific posted images; cite NCII policy and TAKE IT DOWN Act |
| FTC (platform non-compliance) | https://TakeItDown.ftc.gov | Platforms that fail to act on a valid NCII removal request |
| Google Search | Results about you / explicit-image removal in Google Images | Non-consensual explicit images appearing in Search |
Removal actions
- Adults: create a StopNCII.org case (on-device hashing; participating platforms include Meta/Facebook/Instagram, TikTok, Reddit, Bumble and others).
- Under-18 images: use NCMEC Take It Down.
- Report posted images to each platform; covered platforms must remove valid reports and known identical copies within 48 hours under the TAKE IT DOWN Act.
- Remove explicit-image results from Google Images via its removal flow (you can submit multiple images in one request and opt into proactive filtering).
- If a platform fails to act on a valid request, file a complaint at TakeItDown.ftc.gov.
Prevention and follow-up
- Set up monitoring (Google 'Results about you') for new appearances.
- Keep your hash case open — services periodically re-scan participating platforms.
- Seek emotional support; this is a recognized form of abuse, not your fault.
Legal context
The federal TAKE IT DOWN Act (signed May 19, 2025) criminalizes non-consensual publication of intimate images and deepfakes; its platform notice-and-removal requirement became enforceable on May 19, 2026, obligating covered platforms to remove valid requests and known identical copies within 48 hours, enforced by the FTC with civil penalties of up to $53,088 per violation. Many states also have NCII/'revenge porn' laws, and a federal civil cause of action (15 U.S.C. 6851) lets adult victims sue. This is general information, not legal advice.
Key mistakes to avoid
- Downloading or re-sending the images to 'prove' the case — never necessary.
- Reporting to only one platform when content is cross-posted.
- Losing your StopNCII case number/PIN.
- Assuming hashing removes images from the entire internet — it covers participating platforms only.
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Sources
- StopNCII on-device hashing process for adults; participating-platform removal
- Take It Down for under-18 images
- TAKE IT DOWN Act 48-hour removal requirement and covered platforms
- FTC began enforcing TIDA May 19, 2026; complaint portal TakeItDown.ftc.gov
This guide provides general information for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional legal, medical, or safety advice. If you are in danger, contact emergency services immediately.