Keep It Private
You’re Not Alone – Support If You’re Worried About Explicit Images
Sometimes things happen online that feel scary, overwhelming or out of your control.
If you’ve shared an image, felt pressured to send one, had something shared without your consent, or you’re worried about something you’ve asked for or shared – you are not alone, and help is available.
This page brings together places that can support you, help you stay safe, and guide you through what to do next.
If an image has already been shared or you’re worried it might be, here’s what you can do:
Report Remove (Childline & IWF) – take back control
If you’re under 18, you can ask for any nude or explicit image of you to be removed from the internet.
You don’t need to explain what happened, and you don’t need ID.
This service is private, safe, and judgement‑free.
Kent Police – if you feel scared or threatened
If someone is sharing your image, pressuring you for pictures, or making threats, you can report it.
- Call 111 (non‑emergency)
- Report online: www.kent.police.uk
- Or talk to a trusted adult who can help you
You have the right to feel safe. What’s happened is not your fault.
YourPolice.UK
YourPolice.UK – ask questions, get advice YourPolice.UK is a youth‑friendly Instagram and website created with child psychologists and communications experts.
It gives clear, trustworthy information about policing and safety, and offers a 9am–9pm contact service where young people can ask questions and get advice in a supportive, non‑judgemental way.
Instagram: @yourpolice.uk
Website: www.yourpolice.uk
Fearless (part of Crimestoppers) – stay anonymous
If you want to share information about someone’s behaviour but don’t want anyone to know it’s you, Fearless lets you report completely anonymously.
www.fearless.org
No names. No tracking. No pressure.
Kooth – anonymous mental health support – If you want to talk to someone
If you’re feeling anxious, embarrassed, stressed or unsure what to do next, Kooth can help.
- Free and completely anonymous
- Chat with trained professionals
- Articles, forums and wellbeing tools
Childline – anytime, for anything
Childline is open 24/7 if you want to talk to someone who won’t judge you.
- Call 0800 1111
- Chat online
- Use message boards for peer support
Helpful guides to understand your options
“So You Got Naked Online” – UK Safer Internet Centre
A calm, step‑by‑step guide designed for situations exactly like this.
It helps you understand your rights and what you can do next.
https://swgfl.org.uk/resources/so-you-got-naked-online/
Think Before You Share
Information and videos to help you understand the risks and how to stay safe online.
Talk to a trusted adult
You don’t have to handle this alone.
A trusted adult could be:
- A parent or carer
- A teacher or pastoral/safeguarding lead
- A youth worker
- A relative you feel safe with
They can help you get support, make a plan, and feel less overwhelmed.
Remember
- Everyone deserves to feel safe.
- You are not alone in this.
- It’s okay to get help and make safer choices.
- There are people who want to support you.