Overview

• The Consejo Ciudadano’s Fifth Report shows that digital child sexual exploitation cases rose 86% in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, with 696 confirmed victims.
• Free Fire and Roblox top the list of open-chat gaming platforms used by predators, followed by titles such as Among Us, Fortnite and console networks like Xbox.
• Offenders initiate contact with 81% of victims through social networks, dating apps or video games, posing as “virtual friends” in 39% of cases to build trust.
• Predators routinely shift conversations to WhatsApp or Telegram to extort minors by threatening to expose intimate images or to demand money.
• The Consejo Ciudadano issues guidelines urging caregivers to monitor online activity, adjust privacy settings, educate children about digital risks and foster open communication.