Sexual Abuse Support

At TikTok, our goal is to create a safe and welcoming community. We do not allow content, real or AI-generated, containing any form of sexual abuse. This includes non-consensual sexual acts, image-based sexual abuse, sextortion, sexual harassment, child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and grooming.

What do I do if I come across content that shows or promotes sexual abuse, or mocks survivors of sexual abuse on TikTok?

If you come across any content on TikTok that seems to show or promote sexual abuse, or mocks survivors of sexual abuse, please know that it is a violation of our rules and can be reported to us (see below). If the content seems to imply or show sexual activity or sexual abuse of a young person (under the age of 18), it may be child sexual abuse material (CSAM), which is strictly prohibited on our platform. Please be extra vigilant. Do not comment, download, capture, or share CSAM content in any way. If you see suspected CSAM, report it immediately.

Your active involvement in reporting such content helps us maintain a safe online environment. TikTok will not disclose your identity to the person whose content or account you’re reporting. Please notify us immediately through our in-app reporting tools and be aware of additional external reporting and support options.

• In-app reporting
• Do not comment, share, download, or interact with the content.
• Report the content to TikTok under the 'Violence, abuse, and criminal exploitation':
• For adults, select 'Sexual exploitation and abuse'
• For young people, select 'Exploitation and abuse of people under 18'
• External reporting
• Do not comment, share, download, or interact with the content.
• If you are reporting suspected CSAM, in addition to in-app reporting, we encourage you to submit reports to one of the following organizations that coordinates with law enforcement agencies around the world:
• The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) CyberTipline
• INHOPE
• International Centre for Missing & Exploited Children
• TikTok supports external partners and resources for young people and adults who may be concerned about image-based sexual abuse and sextortion
• If you are under 18, or an adult concerned that nude, partially nude, or sexually explicit images or videos taken before you were 18 have or may be shared online, please refer to Take It Down, a tool designed by NCMEC to combat child sexual exploitation and abuse by removing explicit content and preventing it from being shared or reshared online.
• If you are aged 18 years and older and you are concerned your adult intimate images or videos have or may be shared online without your consent, you can contact StopNCII.org for assistance to remove explicit content and prevent it from being shared or reshared online.

How to get professional support for survivors of sexual abuse

We understand that sexual abuse and related trauma affect the lives of many, so we provide information and resources to support young people (under the age of 18) and adults who have experienced sexual abuse. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please contact local emergency services.

If you've experienced sexual abuse or are supporting someone who has, remember that you are not alone, and assistance is within reach. Use our search tool to find local organizations that could help.

Additional resources

• Learn about prevention. Prevention education addresses the root causes of sexual assault and aims to stop violence before it ever occurs. For more information, visit https://www.futureswithoutviolence.org/.
• Review TikTok's Well-Being Guide for additional support.
• We welcome you to search through hashtags related to healing or empowerment to find a supportive, safe community that understands and shares your experiences.

Disclaimer

The content provided on this page is for informational purposes and educational use only. “The Sexual Abuse Support Page” should not be deemed a substitute for legal advice, professional medical and legal support, psychological, or psychiatric diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Do not hesitate to seek professional medical support or immediate emergency assistance if you, or any other person, are in a crisis, danger, or experiencing a medical emergency. Please remember that you are not solely responsible for others' safety--you can get help.