Cyber Crime Alert: If someone has your personal photo or video and is threatening to make it viral on social media, then there is no need to panic. Online dissemination of photos and videos can be stopped by filing a complaint sitting at home on the StopNCII website. Know the complete step-by-step process.
Private Photo Leak Complaint: In today’s time, the use of social media and internet has increased very rapidly. But along with this, cases like cyber blackmail, threat of making private photos viral and online harassment are also coming to the fore. Many times a girl or woman is called or messaged saying that he has objectionable photos or videos of her and if money or other demands are not met then they will be made viral on the internet. But now there is no need to panic in such a situation. With the help of the Government of India and international cyber security agencies, a platform StopNCII.org has been created, where victims can register their complaints sitting at home and start the process of removing objectionable photos-videos from the internet.
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Is someone blackmailing you with your private photos and videos?
If someone has your objectionable photos or videos and is threatening to post them on social media or the internet, then first of all there is no need to panic. According to cyber security experts, in such cases it is very important to preserve evidence immediately and complain on the right platform. Many times criminals try to take money or other benefits by showing fear, hence it is important to act wisely. In such situations, people often get scared and do not understand what to do. But DSP Santosh Kumar Patel, posted in Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh, has told in an awareness video that now there is no need to panic in such cases. Victims can initiate action from the comfort of their homes through the online platform StopNCII.org.
What is StopNCII and how does it help?
StopNCII (Stop Non-Consensual Intimate Image Abuse) is an international online platform that helps stop and remove private photos or videos being shared on the internet without permission. With the help of this platform, victims can file complaints without revealing their identity. After this, through technology, efforts are made to stop those pictures or videos from spreading on the internet.
Is it possible to complain while sitting at home?
Yes. According to DSP Santosh Kumar Patel, if someone has your objectionable photos or videos and is threatening to make them viral, then you do not need to panic immediately. You can create a case on the StopNCII website right from your mobile.
Step-by-step process to file a complaint on StopNCII
- Step 1: Open the website: First of all, open the internet browser in your mobile or computer and go to StopNCII.org website.
- Step 2: Click on Create Your Case: After opening the website, the option of “Create Your Case” or “Start Case” will appear. Click on it.
- Step 3: Must agree: To proceed further you will have to agree to the terms and conditions.
- Step 4: Select age option: After this two options will appear
- Under 18
- over 18
You have to click on one of these according to your age.
- Step 5: Self Image Verification: Now the system will ask you for Self Image Verification. Here you have to click on My Self Image or similar option.
- Step 6: Click on your photo: In this process you will have to click on your photo, so that the system can ensure that the case is related to the same person.
- Step 7: Upload photo or video: After this, upload the screenshot or file of that photo or video with which you are being blackmailed.
- Step 8: Start Digital Tracking: The system creates a digital hash (code) of that photo or video and tracks it on the Internet. If the same content is uploaded on social media or website then the platform starts the process of removing it.
Is your identity protected?
According to experts, the StopNCII platform uses digital hashing technology. This means that your photo or video is not shared directly on the Internet, but a digital code is created. This protects your privacy.
What to do to avoid cyber blackmail?
According to cyber security experts, it is important to keep some things in mind:
- Don’t share personal photos or videos with anyone you don’t know
- Protect your privacy settings on social media
- Do not give money to a person who blackmails you
- preserve evidence
- If necessary, complain on cyber crime portal also.
The most important advice to avoid cyber blackmail
DSP Santosh Kumar Patel says that being afraid or remaining silent is not the solution. If someone has your personal photo and is threatening to make it viral then immediately complain on the right platform. With the help of technology and awareness, today action against cyber crime has become easier than ever.