# YouTube and X Serve as ‘Gateways’ to Nudify Apps

YouTube and X are reportedly being used to direct users to "nudify" apps that create sexually explicit images without consent. The platforms’ recommendation algorithms and lax moderation are enabling the spread of these harmful tools. This raises urgent concerns about privacy, safety, and accountability for tech companies.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### Technology
- [Wired](https://www.wired.com/story/youtube-and-x-have-become-gateways-to-nudify-apps/) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:05:18 +0000