Protect Your Child from Deepfake Nudes: Free Parent’s Guide
1 in 8 teens know someone targeted by deepfakes. Is your child prepared?
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AI technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace. It’s now possible to create hyper-realistic explicit images of anyone. Within seconds, with no technical expertise, anyone can create a deepfake.
This technology has now reached our children’s world. Deepfake nude generators are freely available through simple searches. No technical expertise required. No age verification needed.
The consequences? Schools across the country report alarming incidents. Students are making deepfake nude images of classmates and sharing them without consent.
We asked 1,200 young people (ages 13-20) about deepfake nudes, and the results will shock you:
- 31% of teens report being familiar with deepfake nudes
- 1 in 8 personally knows someone who has been targeted
- Most young people who made deepfake nudes found tools through app stores, search engines, and social media.
Even if your child doesn’t have access to a device, their friends do. They can still find these apps, and they can still be targeted by them, too.
Our VP of Research and Insights, Melissa Stroebel, put it best:
“No child should wake up to find their face attached to an explicit image circulating online—but for too many young people, this is now a reality.”
The good news? You don’t have to face this alone as a parent; we’re here to support you with practical solutions. Conversations about digital safety are more important than ever. This free expert-backed guide provides practical advice on how to:
✅ Start meaningful, age-appropriate conversations about consent and online safety
✅ Recognize the risks and realities of deepfake nudes
✅ Equip your child to navigate digital spaces safely and use technology appropriately
✅ Take actionable steps to prevent the spread of harmful content
A 15-minute read that could make all the difference in helping your child stay safe. The guide includes ready-to-use discussion scripts to help you start these critical conversations.
What you'll learn inside
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Understanding deepfake technology: How AI-generated explicit content works and why it’s a growing issue
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Youth attitudes toward sharing nudes: What research says about youth
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Talking to your child: Step-by-step scripts and conversation starters about consent, social media use, and digital safety
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Protecting their digital footprint: Tips to help your child make informed choices online
🎯 This guide is designed for parents and supportive adults who want to empower their children to be safe in a digital world.
— Rachel R., Licensed Clinical Social Worker
FAQ
Q: Is this guide really free?
Yes! This resource is 100% free to help parents and caregivers navigate digital safety conversations.
Q: Who created this guide?
Thorn, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting children from sexual exploitation in the digital age, developed this guide with child safety experts.
Q: Will this help if my child has already been affected?
Yes, this guide includes supportive steps and resources for families facing these challenges.