Online Sextortion
One of the most significant online safety risks for children and teenagers today is sextortion.
What is the sextortion:
Sextortion is an online crime where youth are exploited through blackmail or coercion in an attempt to send explicit images and videos, extort for money, or engage in sexual activity.
Forms of sexual blackmail:
Sexual blackmail is a form of coercion that involves the use of sexual acts or information to gain power over someone else.
Here are some common forms of sexual blackmail:
1. Distributing sexually explicit images or videos of someone without their consent as a form of revenge or to gain power over the victim.
2. Threatening to reveal embarrassing or damaging information or images about someone’s sexual activities to gain leverage or control over them.
3. Sexual harassment through making unwanted sexual advances or comments in a professional or academic setting in order to intimidate or coerce someone to give him something
4. Sexual assault: This involves using physical force or coercion to engage in sexual activity with someone without their consent, as a way to gain power over them.
5. Child sexual abuse through the sexual exploitation of them through gaming or threats, in order to gain power over them.
Tips for Reducing the risk of becoming sextortion victims.
Sextortion is a serious and growing threat that can affect anyone who uses digital technology.
Here are some tips to reduce the risk of becoming a sextortion victim:
-Be careful with your online activity: Avoid sharing personal information or engaging in risky online groups, such as sexting or sharing explicit photos or videos.
-Use unique and strong passwords for all your online accounts and avoid using the same password for multiple accounts.
– Be wary of accepting friend requests or messages from people you don’t know as they may be attempting to gain access to your personal information.
– Keep your computer, phone, and other digital devices up to date with the latest security updates and patches.
– Use privacy settings on your social media accounts to control who can see your information and posts.
– If you are a victim of sextortion, seek help from a trusted friend, family member, or specialist, and report the incident to the authorities.
