Some platforms, for example, Instagram, hide pictures sent by those one is not following by default — that way, users can decide if they want to reveal what may be a problematic image from an unknown other. Alternatively, some platforms, such as Tinder, do not allow pictures or videos to be sent at all. On the other hand, some do not mind receiving NSFW content, especially on dating apps where they may see it as part of facilitating sexual encounters with those they interact with. Some platforms, such as Grindr, recognise variation in whether users would like to receive NSFW content — they offer three profile options for communicating one's openness to receiving NSFW pictures, "yes please", "not at first" and "never". While this allows users to explicitly consent, or not, it relies on someone being proactive enough to check before deciding whether to send NSFW content.
This concept extends the current options given by Grindr and allows users to automatically block or blur NSFW pics.
