For platforms hosting or disseminating such content, there may also be accountability under data protection and privacy laws (e.g., GDPR in the European Union). Companies are increasingly expected to take proactive steps to remove illegal content and protect user privacy. As consumers of online content, users must cultivate digital literacy to distinguish between legal, ethical, and potentially harmful material. Engaging with non-consensual or leaked content, whether through viewing, sharing, or discussing it, perpetuates a culture that normalizes exploitation and erodes trust in digital spaces.