Leaked OnlyFans? How to Get Your Content Removed

Alice McKinley

Alice McKinley is a Content Protection Specialist at CopyrightShark (since 2023), helping OnlyFans, Fansly, Patreon creators and more with DMCA enforcement, platform reporting, and long-term protection strategies.

Published Apr 26, 2025 · Updated Jan 10, 2026

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You just found your OnlyFans content on a leak site. Your stomach drops. Maybe you’re shaking, maybe you’re crying - that’s normal. Take a breath. You’re not the first person this has happened to, and there are real steps you can take right now to get it removed.

What Should I Do First When My OnlyFans Gets Leaked?

When you’re in panic mode, here’s your immediate action plan. Don’t skip any steps.

Step 1: Document Everything (15 minutes)

Before anything gets taken down, you need proof. This protects you legally and helps with future takedowns.

• Screenshot each page showing your leaked content
• Copy the full URL of every page (not just the main site)
• Record the date and time you found each leak
• Save to a secure folder - Google Drive or your computer, not your phone’s camera roll

Why this matters: Some sites remove content quickly. If you don’t have screenshots, you can’t prove the infringement happened.

Step 2: File DMCA Takedowns (30-60 minutes)

Start with the biggest platforms first. Each has a free form - you don’t need a lawyer.

Step 3: Contact the Leak Site Directly (varies)

Before filing, check the site’s removal success rate - some sites comply reliably while others ignore everything. Many leak sites actually do respond to DMCA notices - they just make it hard to find the right contact. Look for:

• A DMCA or copyright page (usually in the footer)
• An abuse@ or dmca@ email address
• A contact form mentioning copyright

If the site ignores you, go to their hosting provider. Use WHOIS lookup to find who hosts the site, then file a DMCA with the host.

Reality check: Sites on .su (Soviet Union), .to (Tonga), or .so (Somalia) domains rarely comply. Focus on getting them deindexed from Google instead.

Step 4: Set Up Monitoring (ongoing)

Once you’ve filed takedowns, you need to catch re-uploads:

• Google Alerts - Free, set up alerts for your username
• Reverse image search - Weekly check on Google Images
• Automated monitoring - Services like CopyrightShark scan continuously

How Do I Remove Leaked Content from Telegram and Discord?

Telegram and Discord are where a lot of OnlyFans content spreads. Both have DMCA processes on paper. In practice? Results vary wildly based on how you file, whether you follow up, and sometimes just luck.

Telegram Removal (Expect Frustration)

Let’s be honest: Telegram is difficult. They often don’t respond at all. When they do, there are two types of removal that work differently:

Message-level removal: Telegram deletes specific messages/media but leaves the channel intact. This is what happens most of the time (when anything happens).

Channel-level removal: Getting entire channels banned. Much harder. Telegram mostly reserves this for repeat offenders or channels that are almost entirely infringing. Don’t expect it on first contact.

Option 1: Email DMCA (more reliable than in-app)

Send to [email protected] with:

• Your name and contact info
• Direct links to infringing messages (not just the channel)
• Description proving you own the original content
• Statement that you’re the copyright owner
• Your signature

Reality check: Telegram often ignores these entirely. No response after 2 weeks is common. If you do get action, expect 5-10+ business days. Success rate is maybe 40-50% even with a well-written notice.

Option 2: In-app reporting

1. Open the channel or chat
2. Tap three dots → Report → Copyright
3. Follow prompts

In-app reports get lost even more often than email. Worth trying, but don’t rely on it.

Why Telegram is so hard: They’re not based in a DMCA-friendly jurisdiction. They have no legal obligation to respond. When they do act, it’s often inconsistent. And even if a channel gets banned, the leaker creates a new one in 30 seconds.

Discord Removal (Somewhat Better)

Discord is more responsive than Telegram, but still inconsistent:

1. Go to Discord Trust & Safety
2. Select “Trust & Safety” → “Copyright/IP”
3. Fill out their DMCA form
4. Include server invite links if you have them

Message vs Server removal: Like Telegram, Discord distinguishes between deleting specific messages and banning entire servers. You’re more likely to get individual content removed than whole servers shut down.

Private servers are the problem. If you can’t access the content directly, you can file based on screenshots. Discord does investigate, but it takes longer and success rates drop significantly.

Realistic expectations: Public servers: 60-70% success. Private servers: much lower. Response time: 1-2 weeks when they respond.

Why These Leaks Keep Coming Back

Both platforms make it trivial to create new channels. A banned Telegram channel gets replaced in minutes. A nuked Discord server just moves to a new invite link. This is why one-time takedowns don’t work — you need ongoing monitoring to catch re-uploads as they appear.

How Do OnlyFans Leaks Happen?

Understanding how content gets stolen helps you prevent it. Here are the main ways leaks happen:

Scraper Bots and Tools

Automated tools download entire profiles at once. They’re sold on forums and Telegram channels for $20-50. Some scrapers:

• Grab every post, including PPV content
• Download at full resolution
• Strip metadata and watermarks
• Run on a schedule to catch new posts

This is why DRM and watermarking matter - they make scrapers less effective.

Screenshot and Screen Recording

The old-fashioned way. A subscriber pays, screenshots everything, and shares it. OnlyFans’ screenshot detection helps, but it’s not perfect - especially on desktop browsers or with external capture tools.

Burner Accounts and Chargebacks

Some leakers buy a subscription, download everything, then dispute the charge with their bank. They get their money back AND your content. This is why communities track suspicious accounts - check the CopyrightShark Risk Registry before engaging with sketchy requests.

Account Compromises

Weak passwords, password reuse, or phishing attacks. If someone gets into your OnlyFans account, they have access to everything. Use a unique password and enable 2FA.

Social Media Re-Sharing

Content spreads from leak sites to Reddit, Telegram, Twitter, and back again. One leak can turn into dozens of copies across platforms within days.

How Do I Stop My OnlyFans From Getting Leaked?

Prevention won’t stop determined leakers, but it slows them down and makes your content less valuable to steal.

Enable DRM Video Protection

DRM makes videos harder to download directly. Here’s how to turn it on:

1. Go to Settings
2. Select Privacy and safety
3. Scroll down and toggle “Enable DRM Video Protection”

DRM isn’t bulletproof - screen recording still works - but it stops the lazy scrapers.

Use Watermarking with Honey Trapping

OnlyFans adds your username as a watermark, but “honey trapping” goes further. You add a unique, invisible identifier for each subscriber. If content leaks, you know exactly who did it.

This lets you:

• Ban the leaker
• Report their payment method for fraud
• Potentially pursue legal action with proof

Turn On Geoblocking

Block specific countries or regions from seeing your profile. Useful if you’re worried about people you know finding you.

Go to Settings → Privacy and safety → Block by country

Add a Copyright Warning to Your Bio

Won’t stop determined leakers, but scares off casual ones:

All content is my property. Unauthorized sharing is copyright infringement. Monitored by copyrightshark.com

Check for Leaks Regularly

Set a calendar reminder to search for your username on Google, Reddit, and known leak sites. Early detection means faster removal. Tools like Chili Radar can help automate this.

What Legal Rights Do OnlyFans Creators Have?

You don’t need to register anything. Under copyright law, you own your photos, videos, and other original content the moment you create them.

Your rights include:

• Reproduction - Only you decide who can copy your content
• Distribution - You control how it’s shared or sold
• Public display - You choose where it’s shown

When someone posts your content without permission, they’re infringing on these rights. That’s what gives you legal grounds to demand removal through DMCA takedowns.

If you want to learn more about the legal side, the U.S. Copyright Office has a detailed DMCA guide.

OnlyFans vs Fansly: Security Comparison

Thinking about switching platforms or cross-posting? Here’s how their protection compares. For Fansly-specific steps, check our Fansly leak removal guide.

The main difference: OnlyFans requires you to enable protections manually. Fansly automates more of it.

Sample DMCA Takedown Notice

If a site doesn’t have a DMCA form, you’ll need to send a formal notice. Use our free DMCA takedown notice generator to create a legally compliant notice in seconds, or use this template:

DMCA Takedown Notice Template

Dear [COPYRIGHT AGENT/WEBSITE OWNER],

This is a DMCA notification under 17 U.S.C. § 512(c)(3) regarding infringing material on [SITE NAME/URL].

I, [YOUR FULL NAME], own exclusive rights to the following content posted without my permission:

[CONTENT DESCRIPTION & LINK]
[CONTENT DESCRIPTION & LINK]
[CONTENT DESCRIPTION & LINK]

Please remove or disable access to this material.

I'm submitting this in good faith, with a reasonable belief that my rights are being infringed. Under penalty of perjury, I confirm the information here is accurate and I am the copyright owner.

Contact information:
Full Name:
Email Address:
Mailing Address:
Phone Number:

[YOUR SIGNATURE]

How Long Does It Take to Remove Leaked Content?

Here’s what to realistically expect:

Why some sites never comply: Sites hosted in Russia, certain Asian countries, or using bulletproof hosting intentionally ignore DMCA. Your best option is getting them removed from Google search results - people can’t find what Google doesn’t show.

How Do I Deal With Chargebacks and Scammers?

Chargebacks hurt twice: you lose the money AND the scammer often leaks your content. Here’s how to protect yourself:

• Watch for red flags - New accounts asking for specific custom content, unusually high tips, weird payment patterns
• Check the Risk Registry - CopyrightShark’s community database lets creators report and lookup suspicious accounts
• Document communications - If they threaten chargebacks or leak your content, save screenshots

If someone requests a refund, explain OnlyFans’ no-refund policy politely. For legitimate issues, contact OnlyFans support. They track repeat offenders and may suspend accounts with frequent chargebacks.

What If Counter Notices Get Filed?

Sometimes people challenge your DMCA takedown. If Google says something like “We will reinstate the content in 10 business days unless you file legal action” - don’t panic.

Counter notices are often filed incorrectly or in bad faith. If you’ve received a wrongful takedown on your own content and need to dispute it, use our free counter-notice generator. Your options:

1. Review the counter notice - Is their claim actually valid?
2. Consult a lawyer if the content is valuable enough to fight over
3. Re-file with better documentation if the original notice was weak
4. Consider out-of-court resolution - Some platforms offer mediation

Most counter notices fail because the person filing them doesn’t actually have rights to your content.

Should I Handle Takedowns Myself or Get Help?

DIY works if you have the time and only have occasional leaks. If content keeps appearing or you’d rather focus on creating, a service handles the grunt work.

How CopyrightShark Can Help

If tracking down leaks sounds exhausting, we handle it:

• Unlimited DMCA takedowns - File as many as needed
• 24/7 monitoring - Automated scanning catches leaks fast
• Telegram, Discord, forums - We handle these (though Telegram success varies - experience and persistence help)
• Anonymous filing - Your real name stays private

Plans start at $59/month. See our content protection features for the full breakdown.

Also dealing with specific leak sites? We have guides for:

• Removing content from SimpCity
• Coomer takedown guide
• Kemono Party removal options

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