What should I do if my face or voice is used in a deepfake?

Preserve the original URL and a screen recording as evidence, report the content to the hosting platform for takedown, and file a complaint on cybercrime.gov.in. Impersonation using computer resources can attract Section 66C of the IT Act, 2000, and cheating by personation can attract Section 66D.

Which law covers financial scams and impersonation in India?

Section 66D of the IT Act, 2000 penalises cheating by personation using computer resources. To report online financial fraud, the Ministry of Home Affairs tells you to call 1930 and file a complaint at cybercrime.gov.in.

Where do I report sexually explicit deepfakes or non-consensual imagery?

Publishing or transmitting sexually explicit material without consent can attract Section 67 and 67A of the IT Act, 2000. Report on cybercrime.gov.in, and request takedown from the hosting platform under the IT Rules 2021 grievance mechanism.

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A short, guided walkthrough for deepfake, impersonation, or scam scenarios. Nothing is stored or sent anywhere — this runs entirely in your browser. Informational only; not legal advice.

Educational only · not legal adviceLast updated: 17 August 2026Written and edited by Sandesh Kokate

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