Latest news and media about intimate image abuse
The world of intimate image abuse is fastpaced and ever-changing, keep updated on the latest news and blogs to stay informed.
Articles Archive

Join our Intimate Image Abuse Training Session
The Revenge Porn Helpline is hosting a training session as part of SWGfL and the UK Safer Internet Centre’s Online Safety Clinic on March 20th, 2024
1st March 2024

Participants Needed for Digital Coercive Control Study
Dr Antoinette Huber and Professor Barry Godfrey are completing a research project that aims to uncover the nature of digital coercive control by examining current police responses and identifying areas of improvement.
26th February 2024

What You Need to Know About Safely Sending Intimate Images
Sending intimate images, commonly known as nudes, can be a healthy and enjoyable aspect of many relationships. Find out how to check that your intimate images are shared in a safe and consensual way.
14th February 2024

New Intimate Image Abuse Laws Come Into Effect Across England and Wales
Reformed intimate image laws have come into force across England and Wales, making it easier to charge and convict someone of sharing or threatening to share intimate images without consent.
31st January 2024

New Easy Reads Released by the Revenge Porn Helpline
The Revenge Porn Helpline has released Easy Reads, ensuring individuals affected by intimate image abuse can easily access advice and information.
4th January 2024

Return of the Sextortion Scam Email
We have seen a rise in people being targetted by scam phishing emails, making threats to share intimate images. Find out what to do if you recieve a scam email.
8th December 2023

Sky News visits the Revenge Porn Helpline Office
Sky News has gone behind the scenes at the Revenge Porn Helpline office to find out more about the work of our Helpline Practitioners
1st December 2023

Online Safety Bill Becomes Law after Receiving Royal Assent
We have seen the much-anticipated development of the Online Safety Bill receiving Royal Assent.
27th October 2023

How to Spot a Scam Involving Intimate Images
There's been a rise in romance scams and sextortion cases in the past year, find out how to spot a potential scam involving intimate images.
21st October 2023

Sophie Mortimer, Helpline Manager, Discusses Intimate Image Abuse on BBC Crimewatch
During an interview on BBC Crimewatch, our Helpline Manager discusses the current intimate image abuse laws and how the Helpline can support adults affected,
13th October 2023

Revenge Porn Helpline Sees Record Number of Cases in August
The Revenge Porn Helpline reported that a record number of people contacted the Helpline in August, contributing to its busiest week and month ever.
14th September 2023

Supporting those affected by intimate image abuse
We need to ensure that those reaching out on someone’s behalf recognise the lasting impact this type of abuse can have on their wellbeing.
17th August 2023

Google Announces New Policies to Remove Intimate Images from Search Results
Google has announced new privacy tools to make it easier to remove personal content online, including updating their policies on removing personal and intimate images.
11th August 2023

Sextortion Continues to be the Most Prevalent Form of Intimate Image Abuse
Research has found that Sextortion was one of the most reported issues to the Revenge Porn Helpline in 2022.
17th July 2023

How to support a friend affected by Sextortion
We recognize that it can be difficult to understand how or why this may have happened. However, it is important to remember that this person has opened up because they trust you.
17th July 2023

Should I block a Sextortion blackmailer?
This article will explain a little more about why you should stop all contact with the blackmailer, block their account and report them to the platform.
17th July 2023