Report Remove

Report Remove is here to help young people under 18 in the UK to confidentially report sexual images and videos of themselves and remove them from the internet.

Report Remove is a vital service designed for young people in the UK, under 18, to confidentially report and remove sexual images or videos of themselves from the internet. This initiative, a collaboration between Childline and the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF), offers a secure and anonymous way for minors to take control of their online presence and safety.

Report Remove is safe, easy and free – all you need to do is follow these steps: 

• Visit the dedicated Report Remove page on Childline's website. 
• Choose your age range. 
• Create a Childline account so they can send you updates on your report.
• Report your image or video which is handled by the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF).
• Talk to a Childline counsellor if you want any extra support, or access support on the Childline website.
• Check your Childline locker a few days after your report to see if you need to add any more information and to see updates on your report. 
• Report any issues with this process by sending an email from your Childline locker with the subject 'Report Remove' and as much information about the problem as you can. 

By creating a Childline account and submitting a report, young users can have their case reviewed by the IWF, which works swiftly to ensure the content is removed, particularly from UK-hosted websites. The process includes verifying identity through Yoti, which enhances the capability to address these sensitive issues effectively.

With a focus on rapid response and user privacy, Report Remove empowers young people to protect themselves from the long-lasting impact of non-consensual sharing of explicit content. For more detailed information and guidance, visit Childline's dedicated Report Remove page.