CYBERCRIME: If You’re an Indian Woman Online, Read This Before It’s Too Late

In an era where a single private photo can be weaponized, knowing how to strike back digitally to cybercrime is your greatest defense. Whether it’s “revenge porn,” morphed images, or private photos being used for extortion, you are not powerless. This guide outlines the exact, verified steps to scrub non-consensual content from the internet and report predators anonymously.

Taking Control: How to Delete Leaked Photos Permanently

If someone threatens to leak your private photos, or has already done so, your first move isn’t to panic—it’s to head to StopNCII.org.

What is StopNCII?

StopNCII (Stop Non-Consensual Intimate Image Abuse) is a global tool designed to stop the spread of private images on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Reddit.

• How it Works: The website uses “hashing” technology. When you upload a photo to create a case, the system creates a unique digital fingerprint (a hash) of that image.
• Privacy First: StopNCII does not download or “see” your original photo. They only share the digital fingerprint with participating tech companies.
• The Result: If anyone tries to upload that specific image to a major social media platform, it is automatically detected and blocked usually within 24 to 48 hours.

Note: This applies to any private, personal content that you did not give permission to share, regardless of whether the image is “obscene” or simply personal.

Reporting Anonymously: The Cyber Crime Portal

India’s National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal provides a specialized safety net specifically for women and children.

The “Report Anonymously” Feature

Many victims hesitate to come forward due to social stigma or fear of the perpetrator. The [suspicious link removed] portal features a “Report Women/Child Related Crime” section that allows you to:

1. File a Complaint Without Identity: You can report incidents without revealing your name or personal details to the public.
2. Submit Evidence: To ensure a strong case, you should provide 2–3 pieces of digital evidence (screenshots of chats, call recordings, the harasser’s phone number, or the URL where the photo was posted).
3. Protect Children: This platform is also the primary tool for reporting any form of abuse against children under the age of 14. Any citizen can file a report on a child’s behalf.

Quick Reference: Your Digital Safety Checklist

Important Clarification

While many viral posts mention “stop.ncii.org.in,” the official global domain is StopNCII.org. Both will guide you to the same technology, but always ensure you are on a secure, verified site before uploading sensitive data.

Your privacy is your right. Don’t let a blackmailer win.