Not legal adviceLaws differ by country and change often. For your situation, talk to a lawyer.
“Nudify” apps and AI image tools can create explicit images of real people from ordinary photos. For creators, whose photos are public, this is a real and growing problem. The good news: 2026 brought new tools to fight it.
What changed in 2026
In the US, the FTC began enforcing the Take It Down Act on 19 May 2026. Covered platforms must remove reported intimate images shared without consent, including AI-made ones, within 48 hours of a valid request. A day later, the FTC warned 12 companies offering “nudify” tools to comply.
Your options
If you find a fake
- 01Save the evidenceLinks and dated screenshots. Don’t share the image.
- 02Report it on the platformUse the intimate image or non-consensual content form.
- 03Ask search engines to remove itGoogle and Bing have forms for this.
- 04Report threatsIf someone asks for money or threatens to share more, contact the police.
Protecting yourself
- Watch for your name together with words like “AI” or “deepfake”.
- Keep your originals: they show what was edited.
- Tell fans which accounts are really yours.
- Act fast: fakes spread like any other leak.
FAQ
Is making an AI fake of someone illegal?In many places, sharing sexual deepfakes without consent is illegal, and the list is growing. Details depend on the country.
Can I use copyright against a fake?If it was made from your own photo or video, often yes.
What is a “nudify” app?An app that uses AI to make it look like a person is undressed in a photo.
Where can I read about the FTC action?See our Take It Down Act news and the FTC’s own announcements.
Written by the Lock Leaks TeamWe remove leaked content for creators and agencies every day. Every guide is based on real cases our team handles.
