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WatchAbbreviation · Ages 13-18 · Dated

GNOC

A request for someone to get naked on camera.

For parents and educators

Rare today, but any request like this is serious, especially from someone your child knows only online. Requests to go on camera or send images are often the first step in sextortion. Make sure your child knows they can tell you without getting in trouble.

If you’re worried

Report to Cybertip.ca. If images were shared, NeedHelpNow.ca can help with getting them taken down. Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text 686868.

Where it came from

Chat-room era code that still appears on parent safety lists.

Sources

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