| Action | How to do it |
|--------|--------------|
| Report to the platform | Most video‑hosting services have a dedicated “Report illegal content” or “Child sexual abuse material (CSAM)” button. Use that button and choose the option for “sexual exploitation of a minor.” If you can’t find the button, look for a link to the platform’s law‑enforcement reporting page (e.g., https://www.example.com/report‑csam). |
| Report to law‑enforcement | In most countries you can call the national cyber‑crime unit or use an online tip line. In the United States, you can file a report with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) at https://www.cybertip.org/ or by calling 1‑800‑843‑5678. In the EU, you can contact your local police or the EU’s Internet Crime Reporting (IC3) portal. |
| Preserve evidence (if safe) | Do not download or share the video. Take a screenshot of the URL, the title, and any timestamps that show the illegal content, then attach those to your report. Preserve any email or message that led you to the video. |
| If you feel unsafe | Reach out to a trusted friend, family member, or a victim‑support service in your country for emotional support. |