Do not pay or negotiate under pressure
Save all messages, emails, photos, and call logs
Stop responding except to preserve evidence
Block the blackmailer if safe to do so
Report the blackmail to local police
Contact a lawyer immediately
Tell a trusted person or family member
Secure your accounts with new passwords and 2-factor authentication
Check your devices for spyware or unauthorized access
Preserve backups of all evidence in multiple places
Report the account or phone number to the platform or carrier
If there is any threat of violence or immediate danger, call emergency services
If the blackmail involves intimate images, report it to the relevant online service and request removal
If the blackmail involves a minor, contact law enforcement immediately
If you are unsure what to do, contact a domestic violence, cybercrime, or victim support hotline