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Sextortion and Honeytrap Scams: How to Handle and Report These Crimes

Sextortion and Honeytrap Scams: How to Handle and Report These Crimes


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Sextortion and honeytrap scams are becoming disturbingly common in India, targeting men and women alike. Whether it's a blackmail threat using intimate visuals or being tricked into a fake romantic interaction online, these crimes can destroy reputations, cause emotional trauma, and lead to financial loss. Fortunately, Indian cyber laws offer remedies — if you act quickly and correctly.

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What Is Sextortion?

Sextortion is a form of blackmail where someone threatens to release private or intimate photos or videos unless the victim complies with demands — usually involving money, more content, or silence. Victims are often tricked into sharing content during video calls or private chats, only to later receive threats that it will be shared with family, friends, or employers.

What Are Honeytrap Scams?

A honeytrap scam involves a person luring a victim into a fake romantic or sexual relationship online, often via dating apps, social media, or messaging platforms. Once trust is established, the fraudster may either demand money, share compromising content, or trick the victim into financial or personal disclosure.

How These Scams Usually Work

Here’s a typical sequence:

  • A fake profile adds the victim on Instagram, Facebook, or WhatsApp.
  • Friendly chats become flirtatious or sexual over time.
  • Victim is asked to video chat or send private photos.
  • The call is secretly recorded or screenshots are taken.
  • Scammer threatens to leak the media unless money is sent immediately.
  • Often the scammer pretends to be a police officer or journalist to add fear.

Relevant Indian Laws and IPC Sections

Indian law treats sextortion and honeytrap scams as serious cybercrimes. Multiple laws may apply, including:

  • Section 66E, IT Act: Violation of privacy (e.g., capturing and sharing private images).
  • Section 67 and 67A, IT Act: Publishing or transmitting obscene material or sexually explicit acts — including through digital means.
  • IPC Section 354C: Voyeurism — capturing images of a woman engaging in a private act without consent.
  • IPC Section 384: Extortion — threatening someone to extract money.
  • IPC Section 509: Insulting the modesty of a woman.
  • IPC Section 419 & 420: Cheating and impersonation.

The cybercrime units and police take these offences seriously, especially when minors or women are targeted.

How to Report Sextortion or Honeytrap Scams in India

Online Reporting:

  1. Visit cybercrime.gov.in
  2. Click on “Report Women/Child Related Crime” (confidential option).
  3. Log in with your mobile number and OTP.
  4. Select categories such as "Obscene Content", "Sextortion", or "Harassment".
  5. Attach screenshots, chat logs, links to fake profiles, and bank transaction records.

Offline Reporting:

  1. Visit the nearest cybercrime police station or regular police station.
  2. File an FIR under relevant IPC and IT Act sections (mention sextortion/honeytrap).
  3. If you’re a woman or minor, you have the right to file your complaint with confidentiality.

Do NOT:

  • Send any money — blackmail never ends after one payment.
  • Try to negotiate with the blackmailer.
  • Panic — screenshots or videos are often fake or never meant to be shared.

Tips to Protect Yourself

  • Never share private images or videos online — even with someone you trust.
  • Turn off cameras when not in use.
  • Do not accept unknown video calls or chat invites.
  • Use verified dating platforms with strong moderation.
  • Limit what you post publicly on social media.
  • Educate teenagers and family members about sextortion threats.

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