How Does CSAM Get Distributed?
| Once CSAM is created, it can spread across the internet in seconds. For innocent victims, CSAM can be nearly impossible to track and even harder to erase. |
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What About AI-Generated CSAM—Like Deepfakes?
| Artificial intelligence (AI) is fueling a disturbing rise in synthetic CSAM—child sexual abuse material generated by easy-to-use apps and software. |
How Can Parents Help Protect Kids from Sexual Abuse & CSAM?
| Predators count on secrecy and shame to keep their young victims silent. The best protection is ensuring kids know they can talk to you—and that they’ll be believed. |
What Should You Do If You or Your Child Has Been Victimized?
| If you discover CSAM of yourself or your child, document where you found it and immediately report it to CyberTipline.org. Call 911 to report immediate danger. |
Which U.S. Laws Address CSAM?
| According to U.S. law, child sexual abuse material (CSAM) is NOT a protected form of expression—it is a serious federal crime with harsh penalties. |
What Is RAINN Doing to Fight Back Against CSAM?
| RAINN is leading the national response to child sexual abuse material—through public education, support for survivors, and bipartisan legislative advocacy. |
How to Find Trustworthy Childcare and Eldercare
| Learn how to find safe, trustworthy childcare or eldercare. This guide covers caregiver vetting tips, signs of abuse, and steps to take if you suspect harm. |
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TAKE IT DOWN Act
| Learn more about the TAKE IT DOWN Act, 2025’s groundbreaking legislation that combats the online spread of non-consensual intimate images (NCII). |
