You are not alone and you are not to blame. Do not pay — here is what to do.
Sextortion scammers trick people into sharing intimate images or video, then demand money. Paying rarely stops them; it usually leads to more demands.
What to do
- Stop replying and do not payPayment marks you as someone who will pay again.
- Save the evidenceScreenshots of the profile, messages, payment demands and usernames.
- Report the account to the platformAnd block it after saving the evidence.
- Make a police reportSextortion is a crime; the police deal with these cases.
- Tell someone you trustA friend or family member. You do not have to handle it alone.
- Tighten your privacy settingsHide your friends list and contacts from strangers.
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Emergency? Call 999. Scam in progress? Call the National Scam Response Centre at 997. This tip is general information, not legal advice.