Families report predators are using Snapchat to contact, groom and exploit children.
Did a Snapchat predator target you or your minor child? If so, you are not alone, and you may be eligible to file a Snapchat lawsuit to pursue compensation for medical expenses, ongoing therapy, and pain and suffering.
Complete the confidential form on this page to share your experience and see if you qualify.
Online predators often exploit the features of popular gaming and messaging apps, including Roblox, Discord, and Snapchat, to find, groom, and abuse children. This has left many parents questioning whether these platforms are doing enough to protect young users from child sexual abuse.
Across the country, parents and individuals have come forward with reports of abuse linked to these apps. Legal action is now being taken against Snapchat for allegedly failing to safeguard children from predators.
A Snapchat lawsuit may provide a way for families to seek compensation for medical expenses, ongoing therapy and the emotional trauma caused by these experiences.
Do you qualify?
If your young child or teen met a predator on Snapchat and experienced grooming, child sexual abuse and/or exploitation — or if you personally suffered this type of abuse before turning 18 — you may be eligible to pursue legal action through a Snapchat lawsuit.
Fill out the confidential form on this page for a free case review.
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From Roblox to Snapchat: the grooming path parents should know
When it comes to targeting children and teens, predators who use Snapchat, Roblox or Discord often follow similar patterns — and the process usually does not begin on Snapchat itself.
- Initial contact: Many Snapchat predators start on platforms built for younger audiences, such as Roblox. These spaces make it easy to identify and befriend minors. Early interactions are typically used to build trust and establish consistent communication.
- Moving the conversation to a less-secure platform: Once trust is established, the predator may encourage the child to continue the conversation elsewhere, including Discord or Snapchat. These platforms allow users to send images, videos, and disappearing messages, as well as make voice and video calls — making them harder for parents and moderators to monitor.
- Escalating the abuse: After moving the child to a private messaging app, the predator may gradually escalate abusive behavior. This can include sending or requesting inappropriate content. If the child hesitates or resists, the predator may use pressure, manipulation, threats or offers of gifts to coerce them.
- Attempting in-person contact: For some Snapchat predators, the ultimate goal is to meet the child in person. If they succeed in convincing the young person to meet, the child may be exposed to serious dangers, including physical harm, abduction, sexual assault or trafficking
How Snapchat features enable online predators
Snapchat’s design makes it popular with millions of users, but some features can also be misused by predators looking to contact and manipulate young users.
- Disappearing messages: Snapchat automatically deletes photos, videos, and chats, hiding inappropriate conversations and making it harder for parents to monitor their child’s activity.
- Anonymous accounts: Snapchat predators can set up profiles with minimal identifying information, making it challenging to verify the identity behind an account.
- Location sharing: Features like Snap Map or location-based messaging can be exploited to obtain a child’s location or encourage in-person meetings.
How to join the Snapchat child exploitation lawsuit investigation
If you or your minor child experienced child sexual abuse at the hands of someone you met on Snapchat, Roblox or Discord, you are not alone, and you may have legal options. Multiple parents have taken legal action against these platforms for allegedly failing to protect young users.
To learn more about the Snapchat lawsuit investigation or to see if you qualify, please complete the confidential form on this page. Your information will be reviewed by a legal representative, who will determine whether you may be eligible to participate and advise you on the next steps.
Fill out the form on this page to see if you qualify for a free case evaluation.
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