It is quite important to understand and be aware of the possible dangers of the offence and take appropriate care and caution before hand to protect yourself. Mentioned below are few helpful tips-

• Set limits to your online/ offline friendships and never go overboard
• Remember that anything shared online will remain in cyber space and can be misused any time.
• Be cautious while sharing or taking intimate pictures or videos, remember relationships may turn sour.
• Do not pursue or engage in maintaining relation with someone who pressurizes you to share personal intimate pictures or videos.
• Do not forward any sexual pictures or images as it is violation of trust and in case can be a serious crime too.