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0 minutes: calm first

Your tone is more protective than any tool. Say: “You did the right thing telling me. We’ll fix this together. You’re not in trouble.”

Screenshot BEFORE anything else

  • Profile(s) of whoever is involved.
  • The messages in full.
  • Any dollar amounts or demands.
  • Date and time stamps.

Pick your scenario

Sextortion / threats over images

  1. Do not pay.
  2. takeitdown.ncmec.org.
  3. report.cybertip.org.
  4. ic3.gov and local police.

Stranger contact

  1. Screenshot, then block.
  2. Report on the platform.
  3. CyberTipline if sexual/exploitative.

Scam / money loss

  1. Credit card issuer → chargeback.
  2. Gift-card issuer → report immediately.
  3. reportfraud.ftc.gov.

Account hijack

  1. Platform account recovery flow.
  2. Check email rules / connected apps.
  3. Enable 2-step verification.

Self-harm content exposure

  1. Check in with your kid directly.
  2. 988 (US Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) if needed.
  3. Bark-style content alerting for ongoing support.

SecureYourKidsDevice.com / Lexeprint Inc. / Use at your own risk. Not professional advice.