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If this is happening to you — or someone you love — there are people ready to help right now.

Stop. Screenshot. Show Someone. — The Shield Initiative

If You're in Crisis Right Now

  1. 1

    Stop responding to the person threatening you. Do not send more images or money.

  2. 2

    Screenshot all messages, profiles, and demands before blocking.

  3. 3

    Tell a trusted adult — a parent, guardian, or school counselor.

  4. 4

    Contact the NCMEC CyberTipline or the FBI immediately.

You have not done anything wrong. The person threatening you broke the law. You deserve help.

Crisis Resources

NCMEC CyberTipline

Report child sexual exploitation and get connected to resources.

1-800-843-5678
missingkids.org

FBI Tips

Report sextortion directly to federal law enforcement.

1-800-CALL-FBI
tips.fbi.gov

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor 24/7.

Text HOME to 741741
crisistextline.org

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 if you or someone you know is in emotional distress.

StopItNow

Confidential support for those concerned about sexual exploitation of children.

1-888-773-8368
stopitnow.org

For Parents and Guardians

If your child has come to you — or you've discovered this is happening — your first response matters. Stay calm. Tell them they are not in trouble and that you are proud of them for telling you.

Do not delete any messages or accounts. Preserve everything as evidence and contact law enforcement immediately.

Your child needs to know that what happened to them is not their fault. The predator is the criminal. Your child is the victim.

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We are a family who has lived this. If you need someone to talk to who understands, we are here.

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