C2 - Suggestive minor self-imagery
DefinitionContent created and shared by a minor that does not include nudity or explicit sexual acts, but is posed, framed, or captioned in a sexually suggestive or provocative way. This includes images or videos intended to attract sexual attention, often featuring revealing clothing, body-focused angles, flirtatious expressions, or sexualized hashtags, emojis, or captions.While this content is not CSAM under law, it presents a heightened risk for grooming, exploitation, or escalation and is prohibited under child safety policy. Not explicit or illegal unless used in grooming or CSAM context. Watch out for B escalation.This is NOT:1. Innocent selfies, sports uniforms, or dance class content without sexual framing.2. Nudity or explicit sexual acts → C13. Content sexualized by others or is a result of coercion → A2 or B1Key indicators1. The subject is a minor and the content was created or posted by the minor.2. There is NO nudity, genitals, or sexual act shown.3. The content is:- Sexually suggestive in pose or expression (e.g., arched back, lip-biting, bedroom eyes).- Body-focused, especially chest, buttocks, or groin area, even if clothed.- Accompanied by sexualized captions, emojis, or hashtags (e.g., “rate me,” 🍑, 🥵, #hotteen).- Shared in a public or semi-public context (e.g., public profile, story, group).Ask:- Was this created and posted by the minor?- Is it not nude or explicitly sexual, but still provocative in pose, caption, or audio?- Does it risk drawing predatory attention or normalizing sexual behavior in minors?→ If yes, it's likely C2Examples of content where this policy applies- A 13-year-old posts a selfie in underwear, captioned “who wants it 😈” No nudity, but sexual framing and suggestive pose- A teen posts photos in a bikini with excessive focus on buttocks and hashtags like #barelylegal (clothed, but intentionally sexualized presentation)- A minor post a video of themselves dancing in lingerie while responding to flirty comments (no sex act, but sexually suggestive and exploitative presentation)- A 16-year-old posts a selfie in bed with visible cleavage and the caption “Waiting for you daddy 😏”Examples of content where this policy does not apply- A minor posting themselves in swimwear in a pool, smiling at the camera- A dance recital or gymnastics clip showing a minor in form-fitting attire but with no provocative pose or angle- A minor shares a sexually explicit video of themselves → C1- A minor is pressured by a peer to post a bikini photo or sexualized selfie → C1 or B1 (if coerced)- A user reposts a minor’s suggestive photo with a sexual caption → A2 or B2 (if there's pattern of grooming)- An adult posts a minor’s suggestive selfie with predatory comments → A2 or B2 (if there's pattern of grooming)- A suggestive AI-generated image of a fictional minor → A3- A minor appearing in a photo posted by someone else (e.g., parent or teacher) (may still raise concern under A2 depending on framing)Legal basis for NCMEC reporting18 U.S. Code §2258A Report to NCMEC as soon as reasonably possible after becoming aware of:A violation of §2251, §2251A, §2252, §2252A, or §2260, involving:- Actual or attempted sexual exploitation of a child, and - The visual depiction of a minor in sexually explicit conductSuggestive minor self-imagery does not depict sexually explicit conduct and does not meet the legal threshold for CSAM.→ Not required to be reported to NCMEC(unless tied to an escalation involving sexual exploitation or grooming → A2 or B1)CasesPolicy applies:1. A selfie where the camera is focused on the user's chest area, with the outline of a nipple visible beneath their clothing: https://bereal.cinderapp.com/job/b400c7c2-9b13-46a7-a7ad-7e4a59581756 2. A selfie focused on the user’s chest, showing a significant amount of cleavage. The user is also pursing their lips in a suggestive manner: https://bereal.cinderapp.com/job/b68995c0-19a5-44fc-bced-0fdeeadc14873. A selfie in which the user has unzipped their top to intentionally reveal their sports bra, while pursing their lips in a suggestive manner:https://bereal.cinderapp.com/job/cd995a67-ec1a-48cb-90d3-4f7134c08d264. A photo of the user lying on a bed, lifting their shirt to reveal their bare torso and underwear in a suggestive pose:https://bereal.cinderapp.com/job/5dacf420-990f-4fe1-b230-4128a4f5ea76Policy doesn't apply:1. A photo showing the user's legs, without emphasis on the body or any suggestive pose or expression:https://bereal.cinderapp.com/job/4cc614a9-8b64-4e9d-8090-4ac5c8980cde2. A photo focused solely on the user's ankles, with no other body parts or suggestive elements visible:https://bereal.cinderapp.com/job/d5eff6b5-992e-4128-ac35-938245c58a283. A selfie of the user wearing a swimsuit on a beach. The pose and expression are not sexually suggestive:https://bereal.cinderapp.com/job/9b1c19db-e2aa-414c-b4d1-de1ff186eb08