As of 2025, every state now has laws that make it illegal to share or threaten to share intimate images without consent. These nonconcensual distribution of image (NDII) laws, often called revenge porn laws, recognize the serious harm caused by posting or distributing private images online. Violators can face criminal charges, fines, jail time, and court orders requiring the removal of the content.
In addition to state laws, the TAKE IT DOWN Act, signed into federal law on May 19, 2025, provides nationwide protection. The Act makes it a federal crime to share or threaten to share intimate images–including AI-generated or deepfake content–without consent.
It also requires major websites and apps to have a fast removal process: once notified, platforms must remove reported content within 48 hours or face enforcement by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Together, these state and federal laws give victims clear rights to privacy, dignity, and justice, ensuring that anyone who violates those rights can be held accountable.