Having non-consensual intimate images published online without your permission is a traumatic experience that requires urgent action. The good news is that you have strong legal rights in most jurisdictions and Google has a specific removal process for this type of content.
Your Legal Rights
Non-consensual intimate image sharing is illegal in most US states, Canada, the UK, Australia, and many other countries. This means you have legal grounds to demand removal from both the hosting platform and from Google search results.
Step 1 Request Removal from Google Immediately
Google has a dedicated removal request form for non-consensual intimate images. Go to support.google.com and search for remove non-consensual intimate images. You do not need a court order or lawyer for this request. Google processes these requests as a priority and typically removes search results within days of approval.
Step 2 Report to the Hosting Platform
Every major platform including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Reddit, and pornographic sites has a reporting mechanism for non-consensual intimate images. Many platforms also partner with StopNCII, a hashing tool that prevents the images from being reuploaded across partner platforms once you report them.
Step 3 Contact a Content Removal Specialist
If the content is hosted on smaller or less responsive platforms, a professional content removal agency has direct relationships with hosting providers. Promogic handles non-consensual image removal with complete confidentiality. Book a confidential free consultation at promogic.com.