Summary
When online child sexual exploitation and abuse (OSCEA) is reported, stakeholders need to identify which organization has the relevant information, technical capability or enforcement tool to act.
Reports and requests can be delayed when they reach the wrong part of the internet infrastructure ecosystem, or when an organization is asked to take action beyond its technical or contractual control.
A shared understanding of the different participants and their control points can help stakeholders route information more effectively, preserve evidence and support faster, more precise action to protect children.
This resource provides a practical introduction to the roles and capabilities of registries, registrars, resellers, hosting providers, platforms, content delivery networks, DNS providers, trusted notifiers and law enforcement. It explains how these participants interact, which parts of the internet stack they may control, and why an effective response often requires coordination across multiple organizations.
