At present, social networks are increasingly concerned with protecting the integrity of users, so much so that Facebook works on the ‘Never without my consent’ function, with which it will support people who are threatened with the publication of intimate images.
According to the page that describes the function on the platform, they define: “It can be unsettling and overwhelming for someone to share intimate images in which you appear without your consent or threaten to reveal intimate images if you do not comply with specific demands. Also, that action violates our policies. It may be difficult for you to know how to react or what to do. Knowing the steps you can take will help you. Here you will find access to organizations and resources that can help you, as well as the steps you can take to remove the images from our platform and prevent them from being shared.”
Never without my consent: Facebook’s function against dissemination of intimate images
In the event that through the social network they threaten to disclose intimate content without your consent, the platform offers the following options:
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On Facebook, Instagram or Messenger, you can report people who share intimate images of you without your consent or who threaten to do so. Learn how to report content on Facebook e Instagram (you can also get information on how report messages on Instagram). On Facebook, you can also do it through the “Report” link that appears by touching the down arrow or through “…” next to the publication.–If you are concerned that someone might share intimate images of you on Facebook or Instagram and you have access to those images, you can contact one of our trusted partners. here to help you prevent such images from being shared.–
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Contact the police authorities in your area if you are concerned about your physical safety or that of your loved ones.
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Surround yourself with friends, family, or others who show their support during this process.
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Take screenshots and print the pages with photos and threats before taking any action to delete the images. It is possible that where you live it is illegal to post or threaten to post this type of content and you may need a screenshot or other record of the post as proof in case you take legal action.
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For more information on how to take screenshots or print images on Facebook, visit the service support.–
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Consider seeking further help or guidance. Responding to and recovering from this type of abuse is a process that each person goes through differently. There is no deadline to recover. Here are some resources that can help you through the process.––
–It is worth mentioning that the ‘Olimpia Law was recently approved throughout Mexico, which will give up to six years in prison for digital violence.
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