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Welcome to Know2Protect!

Know2Protect is a national public awareness campaign to prevent and combat online child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA).

Know2Protect Snapchat Lens Now Live!

The Lens offers an interactive quiz about online safety and how to identify and navigate online risks. Scan the code or click the link below to get the Lens.

New PSAs from Know2Protect!

See how quickly online interactions can take a dangerous turn. 

Know2Protect Digital Safety Series

View our new video series which includes 5 short videos to educate the public on how to stay safe online.

Survivor Support

Know2Protect has gathered a number of resources to give you tips on helping victims, including how to talk to survivors, and resources available to you when you need them.

Resources

We offer free informational and creative materials that you can share with your communities including email and website banners, TV monitor boards, printable posters, and social media messaging.

Report an Incident

To report an incident, you can call the Know2Protect Tipline at 1-833-591-KNOW (5669) or visit the NCMEC CyberTipline at https://report.cybertip.org.