The dissemination of pedophilic content is one of the gravest online crimes that severely infringes on children’s rights. Such content not only promotes and reinforces sexual abuse of children but also leaves profound psychological and social scars on the victims and society. Children subjected to such abuse often carry the psychological and emotional consequences of these experiences for the rest of their lives.
Many countries and international regulations strictly prohibit the distribution and promotion of pedophilic content. In various countries, producing, distributing, and viewing such content carries heavy penalties, including imprisonment and substantial fines. On the internet, many platforms and social networks have stringent rules to combat this type of content, encouraging users to report such material.
Telegram’s Mechanism for Handling Pedophilia As one of the major messaging platforms, Telegram has implemented mechanisms to handle pedophilic content. One of these mechanisms is the direct reporting feature, which allows users to report inappropriate content to Telegram’s administrators. Additionally, Telegram has established an email address, stopCA@telegram.org, for reporting child abuse content, enabling users to report suspicious content to this email.
Ineffectiveness of Current Methods Despite these mechanisms
Telegram’s current methods for combating pedophilic content are insufficient. Offenders employ sophisticated techniques to circumvent these mechanisms. One such technique is using secure channels to distribute links to the final pedophilic channels. In case a pedophilic channel is blocked, a new link is introduced in the secure channel, which operates normally. This method enables offenders to quickly establish new channels and transfer content to them.
Another technique involves using Telegram bots to disseminate content. These bots allow users to access pedophilic content, which is deleted after a few seconds, making it difficult to report.
Another technique involves using Telegram bots to disseminate content. These bots allow users to access pedophilic content, which is deleted after a few seconds, making it difficult to report.
Need for More Responsible Actions from Telegram
Telegram, as a popular messaging platform, must take a more responsible stance on this issue. The platform should have the capability to identify and block pedophilic content in its cloud infrastructure before it is published and permanently ban offenders. This is especially crucial in countries where Telegram does not cooperate with the governments, such as Iran, where the spread of such content can cause even more harm to the population.
These channels are not limited to disseminating child abuse content but also publish the personal information and identities of minors to exert pressure on them. This is particularly dangerous for victims living in countries with weaker laws and limited access to legal support. Telegram must adopt more proactive and decisive measures to protect its users, especially children and adolescents, making the platform a safer environment for everyone.
Dear Admins, I urge you to take immediate action against these channels promoting pedophilia. Such content is not only illegal but deeply harmful, and it is crucial to report and remove it to protect the community. Your prompt attention to this matter is essential.
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Aref
Yes, exactly it is becoming a disaster!
Elika Mo
I agree that Telegram must take more proactive measures to protect children, such as improving content detection and working more closely with international authorities. It's crucial that platforms prioritize safety while balancing user privacy.
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اویلر
I also hope that Telegram will take more preventive measures to protect children
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Masoud Mm
I agree, you can't just rely on governments to take the right step, just step forward with your great team for a nice feature like the other features of your app, let the users know that you care for this growing concern
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hossein
Telegram shouldn't be safe for pedophile persons. it is the moral commitment to ban these contents. Please find a solution for this big problem.
Erfan
This type of content is growing rapidly in telegram. The owners of these channels and bots are well organized. They collaborate to each other and can hardly take down by regular users. Telegram NEED TO TAKE ACTION ABOUT THEM! Why innocent children should be victims? Please do something about these devil admins and channels.
Keyvan
This issue is becoming a disaster
Mehdi MMS
Exactly👍
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- "I completely agree. Telegram must fulfill its responsibility to protect children. Combating dangerous and illegal content should be a top priority for this platform." - "Creating a safe environment for children online is of great importance. I hope Telegram will take more serious and swift actions to prevent the spread of such content." - "As a user, I hope Telegram will address this issue with greater seriousness and ensure the safety of its users."
Amir Motahari
This current approach by Telegram is insufficient, essentially ineffective, and poses a significant threat to families and children.
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- "Creating a safe environment for children online is of great importance. I hope Telegram will take more serious and swift actions to prevent the spread of such content."
- "As a user, I hope Telegram will address this issue with greater seriousness and ensure the safety of its users."