First: reduce exposure
Avoid downloading, forwarding or gathering the material in new places. Record the URL and context without making unnecessary copies. For first contact with Erasly, a description and the addresses are usually enough to begin assessment. Do not send passwords, authentication codes or documents without a specific reason.
Reporting at the source and search removal
The platform hosting the file may have a specific policy for intimate images shared without consent. Google has its own process for personal sexual content in search results. Approval by Google reduces discovery through search, but it does not erase the page that published the file.
How StopNCII works
For eligible adults, StopNCII creates a hash of the file on the user’s own device. The image is not uploaded to the tool; the identifier is shared with participating companies to help detect matches. Its reach is limited to participating platforms and the service’s rules.
Follow-up and new occurrences
Removal of one URL does not prove that every copy has disappeared. Record responses, confirm each address and define monitoring limits. New publications may require new requests. If there is a threat, extortion or immediate risk, also contact the appropriate public and professional channels in your location.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to send the intimate image to get help?
Not during first contact. Start with URLs, the platform and a description.
Does Google delete the file?
No. Google may remove search results; the source website controls the hosted file.
Does StopNCII cover the whole internet?
No. The tool works with participating companies and within its criteria.
References and editorial criteria
Sources containing reports record user experiences and are not a court decision or independent proof. Official sources explain policies and channels, which may change. Content reviewed on September 26, 2026.
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