‘Nudify’ apps: What to do if someone makes a fake nude of you
Whether you’re a victim, the parent of a victim, or just concerned, here’s what you can do about fake nude images
18 Sep 2026 • 5 min. read
For all AI’s wonders, there’s a darker underbelly to tech innovation. And it doesn’t get much darker than ‘nudification’ or ‘nudify’ apps. They use AI-powered deepfake technology to change an image of a clothed person to one that appears as if they’re naked, by simulating anatomical features. But let’s be clear, just because the image isn’t technically real, it doesn’t mean that the intent behind it can be brushed aside. Non-consensual intimate imagery (NCII) is often weaponized by fraudsters, bullies and cybercriminals, and is banned in many countries.
Read on to find out how to minimize the chances of being victimized, and what to do in a worst-case scenario.
Are ‘nudify’ apps illegal?
The short answer is “it depends.” In the US,...
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