Removing Non-Consensual Intimate Imagery (NCII) — Iceland
Sourced from Icelandic Acts of the Althingi, statutory instruments, and official guidance. Written in plain language for general understanding — this is educational content, not legal advice. Our editorial standards
What is this right?
NCII in Iceland is criminal under Almenn hegningarlög §229 — up to 4 years' imprisonment for aggravated cases. Investigation: Lögreglan. Technical takedown: StopNCII.org (18+) and NCMEC takeitdown (under-18).
When does it apply?
- Intimate images / videos shared without consent.
- Sextortion / threats.
- Deepfake sexual content depicting you.
- Subject under 18 — use NCMEC takeitdown.
Removing NCII Through Lögreglan, StopNCII, NCMEC
- If 18+, hash via StopNCII.org.
- If under 18, use takeitdown.ncmec.org.
- Report to Lögreglan at logreglan.is or 444 1000. Cite Penal Code §229.
- Preserve evidence.
What should you NOT do?
- Don't pay extortionists.
- Don't delete the original before reporting.
- Don't assume StopNCII covers under-18 content.
About Data Privacy & Digital Rights in Iceland
Iceland's data-protection framework is Lög nr. 90/2018 um persónuvernd og vinnslu persónuupplýsinga — GDPR-equivalent for EEA Iceland. Regulator: Persónuvernd at personuvernd.is. For NCII, Almenn hegningarlög §229 criminalises non-consensual sharing of intimate imagery — penalties up to 4 years' imprisonment for aggravated cases.
Common Questions
What does §229 cover?
Almenn hegningarlög §229 criminalises violations of private life including unauthorised sharing of intimate imagery. Aggravated cases (e.g., distribution to many recipients, sustained harassment) attract penalties up to 4 years' imprisonment.
What is the removing non-consensual intimate imagery (ncii) right in Iceland?
NCII in Iceland is criminal under Almenn hegningarlög §229 — up to 4 years' imprisonment for aggravated cases. Investigation: Lögreglan. Technical takedown: StopNCII.org (18+) and NCMEC takeitdown (under-18).
When does it apply — removing non-consensual intimate imagery (ncii)?
Intimate images / videos shared without consent.Sextortion / threats.Deepfake sexual content depicting you.Subject under 18 — use NCMEC takeitdown.
How do I remove non-consensual intimate imagery in Iceland?
If 18+, hash via StopNCII.org.If under 18, use takeitdown.ncmec.org.Report to Lögreglan at logreglan.is or 444 1000. Cite Penal Code §229.Preserve evidence.
What should you NOT do — removing non-consensual intimate imagery (ncii)?
Don't pay extortionists.Don't delete the original before reporting.Don't assume StopNCII covers under-18 content.