Combating Non-Consensual Intimate Image Abuse
StopNCII.org is a free, victim-focused tool created to combat the spread of non-consensual intimate images (NCII). Developed by the Revenge Porn Helpline, it allows individuals to take action without uploading their images. Instead, it uses image hashing, a privacy-first method that creates a unique digital fingerprint of the image on the user's device. Only this fingerprint is shared with participating platforms to help block and remove the content.
The tool is available to adults appearing in the images who are in possession of the files. It has helped remove over 300,000 images with a 90% success rate.
The emotional and real-world impact of NCII is profound. Victims often face fear, shame, and trauma. The issue disproportionately affects women and is frequently used in coercive control.
StopNCII.org helps return power to victims, allowing them to take action privately and safely. Global organisations from across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas have endorsed the initiative, stressing its global relevance.
StopNCII.org is a vital step forward in online safety. Its innovative, privacy-preserving approach empowers victims, reduces harm, and holds platforms accountable. It is an essential tool in the fight against tech-enabled abuse and image-based violence.
Based on lead scotland and StopNCII.org