Sextortion
Blackmail using intimate images or videos, real or fabricated.
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How This Scam Works
Step 1
Scammer initiates flirty chat, convinces victim to share intimate photos/video
Step 2
Threatens to send content to family, employer, or post publicly
Step 3
Demands payment (often crypto) but continues demanding more after each payment
How to Protect Yourself
- ✓ Never send intimate content online
- ✓ Cover webcams
- ✓ Report to police
- ✓ Dont pay - it encourages more demands
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sextortion?
Blackmail using intimate images or videos, real or fabricated.
How does Sextortion work?
Scammer initiates flirty chat, convinces victim to share intimate photos/video Threatens to send content to family, employer, or post publicly Demands payment (often crypto) but continues demanding more after each payment
How can I protect myself from Sextortion?
Never send intimate content online Cover webcams Report to police Dont pay - it encourages more demands