How to Protect Your Photos from Creepy AI "Artists"
How to Protect Your Photos - Boudoir or Not!
Whether you’re a ChatGPT fiend or an AI-hater, there is one thing we can all agree on. People who create fake nudes with AI are flat-out losers. In the age of AI, you need to know how to protect your photos, boudoir or not, from creepy AI “artists”. Here’s how.
Why Deep-Fakes Are Different
The bad news: bad people have tried to steal or leak private photos since the dawn of the internet. The age of AI has only made this easier. Nowadays, a person doesn’t even need to find your boudoir photos. AI technology can be used to create “deep fakes”, AKA fake images of anyone doing anything. It’s getting scary easy to do.
The good news: If you want to know how to protect your photos from them, there are still things in your control. This is why Chicago Boudoir takes privacy so seriously.
How to Protect Your Photos From the Get-Go
This is a solid case of ‘the best offense is a good defense’. If you want to know how to protect your photos from the worst-of-the-worst online, you can start by upping your own privacy habits. Here are a few things to consider as you decide to book your boudoir photoshoot.
Use a Trusted Photographer
Okay, we’re bias but hear us out. Chicago Boudoir has high privacy standards and you deserve nothing less. Whether you choose CBP for your boudoir shoot or not, make sure their privacy policies look like ours!
Some things we offer that you should look out for:
· A straightforward address. Beware of people who won’t tell you where you are going until after you’ve booked. The space should be professional (not some guy’s basement)
· Opt-in photo sharing for marketing. A photographer should never share your boudoir photos for marketing without your explicit, written consent!
· Experience! Our owner/photographer, Liz, has done over 2,000 boudoir photoshoots and hundreds of positive reviews. Can the photographer your considering say the same?
Lastly, not every women feels this is necessary, but Chicago Boudoir has a 100% all-female staff. If that is something that matters to YOU, make sure it’s something your photographer offers.
Use a Professional Printing Service
You probably already know this, but please don’t use drug store photo printers for your luxury boudoir photos! For one thing, these photos are gonna look too good for your local Wal-Mart. But, also, you can’t be sure that your photos will be kept secure if your printing service hasn’t been vetted for privacy.
Wanna know how to protect your photos from pervy weirds? Go with a trusted printing professional for your professional boudoir photos!
At Chicago Boudoir, we have developed on-going relationships with a quality printers. Our vendors only work directly with photographers. Their staff is trained on privacy, just like ours. That means you’ll get the best quality prints and albums while ensuring your photos stay private.
Stay Off Socials (Or Keep Them Private)
Food for thought: do you consider how to protect your photos when posting to social media? Everyone uses their socials differently, so there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. All that matters is that you take time thinking about what makes YOU feel safe.
Some women keep their accounts private and only follow trusted friends and family. Other women care more about authentic self-expression, but make sure their photos don’t reveal their home address. Whatever you decide, you should always have some rules to keep yourself and your photos safe.
Ditch Data Brokers
Did you know that some people make a living by scraping your data from across the internet and selling it to the highest bidder? They are called data brokers, they suck, AND you can tell them to stop. Legally.
Data brokers are not allowed to keep your information if you specifically tell them to delete it. You can hunt down these companies one by one. However, several companies like Aura and Incogni, will do that on your behalf.
How to Protect Your Photos After-The-Fact
The truth is, the law hasn’t caught up to AI. There is a big grey-area when it comes to how people can use this photo faking technology. Even if you are super careful, someone could still make a “deep fake” of anyone. Still, there is one thing you can do if this happens.
Report It!
And report it again! There are so many avenues you can take to remove fake AI images of you from the internet. All of them involve speaking up for your right to privacy. For example, you can report these faked images to:
· DMCA
· Your local police
· The Federal Trade Commission
It’s not a perfect solution – but you shouldn’t ignore the power of saying something. It’s your face, your body, your privacy!
Shame and Control
Let’s be real. The only reason weirdo dudes create fake nudes is because they want control. One, they are literally controlling the photos (gross). And two, they also want to shame you into never celebrating your body.
Boudoir offers women the chance to let go of all the shame and taboo they experience day-to-day. You should never have to choose between that freedom and a fear of potential scandal.
This is one of the many reasons why so many women consider a boudoir photoshoot to be one of biggest ways you can build your confidence. It’s not just about looking hot (though, you will absolutely look hot). Boudoir is about saying that you are DONE with shame because your body is yours.
Take back control of your image by booking a luxury boudoir photoshoot with a 100% privacy guarantee!