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Dec 10, 2025
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What identifying information (IP, account details, metadata) is typically shared with police after a CSAM report?

When online services report suspected child sexual abuse material (CSAM) to the U.S. CyberTipline, they typically include content identifiers (file hashes), the files or thumbnails where possible, use...

Jan 13, 2026

What should I do step-by-step if I accidentally receive CSAM on Instagram?

If one accidentally receives content that appears to be child sexual abuse material (CSAM) on Instagram, immediate steps are clear: do not view, copy, or share the material; report it through Instagra...

Nov 27, 2025

What factors determine investigation into possession of csam

Law enforcement decisions to investigate possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) hinge on multiple, overlapping factors — reported prevalence and platform reports, the severity and age of vic...