I test apps, gadgets, and little tricks that make life less weird online. And yes, I’ve gotten that message: “got any nudes?” More than once. It’s blunt. It’s awkward. Sometimes it’s just lazy. You know what? I wanted to see how it lands, how often it pops up, and which tools help block it without turning my inbox into a ghost town.
If you want the extended play-by-play of that experiment, I also unpacked it in this full journal entry.
Let me explain what I saw, how I handled it, and what worked for me—no scare talk, just real stuff.
What showed up in my inbox
These are real messages I got (names removed). Not the worst ever, but enough to test with:
- “got any nudes”
- “Send me something spicy 😉”
- “Trade pics? No face, promise.”
- “Bet you look crazy good. Prove it.”
- “You up? Pic for a pic?”
- “No pressure… but yes pressure. Come on.”
Some were jokes. Some felt pushy. A few were from people I knew, which hit different. Like a friend I trusted, who thought it was “just flirting.” It wasn’t.
How I handled it without losing my cool
Here’s the thing: I like simple, firm lines. I don’t want a fight. I also don’t want to explain consent every time my phone buzzes at midnight.
For a deeper dive into why I draw certain boundaries—especially around anything featuring real people—there’s a clear-eyed explanation right here.
So I set up quick replies (little text shortcuts on my phone) and turned on filters in the apps I use the most. Did it miss a few? Yep. But it cut the noise fast. If you’re after step-by-step advice from professionals, the eSafety Commissioner’s guide on receiving unwanted nudes breaks down your options in plain language.
The tools I used—and how they felt to use
I actually used these in day-to-day chats, not just once for show.
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Instagram Hidden Words
- What I liked: It filtered DMs with words like “nudes,” “NSFW,” and some emoji. Messages went to a quiet folder, so I didn’t see them unless I wanted to.
- What bugged me: It hid a normal message from my cousin who said, “That stew was spicy.” False alarm. I tweaked my blocked words list after that.
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Bumble’s Private Detector
- What I liked: It blurred risky pics and asked if I wanted to view. Clear, kind, and easy to say “No thanks.”
- What bugged me: It once blurred a gym mirror selfie that wasn’t even close to nude. Funny for me, not for him.
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iPhone Sensitive Content Warning
- What I liked: It works across a bunch of apps and blurs possible nudes. I liked that it doesn’t send stuff to Apple; it just flags on my phone.
- What bugged me: It added a tiny pause when opening image-heavy chats. Not a big deal, but I felt it.
Bonus: I set up text replacement so typing “/nope” turned into my longer reply. Fast, calm, no overthinking.
The whole philosophy mirrors what I shared in this piece about refusing nude reviews and testing safer options instead.
Real examples of my replies
These are the actual lines I used. Short. Clear. Respectful, even when I was annoyed.
- “No. Please don’t ask me for photos.”
- “I don’t share pics like that. Thanks for understanding.”
- “Not my thing. Let’s keep chat normal.”
- “I’m not comfortable with that. If you ask again, I’ll block.”
When I knew the person, I added: “I like you, but this crossed a line for me.” That saved one friendship. Another one, not so much.
If you’re looking for more templates that stop a conversation without starting a brawl, I outlined a few extras in another guide.
How the line lands, for me
“Got any nudes?” feels like someone skipping hello and grabbing your plate at a cookout. It’s bold, sure. But it skips care. It skips consent. With strangers, it’s an instant no. With friends, it’s messy. Tone matters. So does timing.
And yes, I know some folks don’t mind it. Good for them. I’m just telling you how it felt in my inbox and what I did about it.
What actually helped day to day
- Filters did the heavy lifting.
- Quick replies saved me from typing while tired.
- Boundaries worked better when I kept them short.
- Blocking was fine. Really. Peace is nice.
What still needs work
- Filters can miss slang or jokes.
- People test the line in “cute” ways, which can be harder to filter.
- Some apps don’t have strong tools yet. You end up DIY-ing it.
Tiny digression, but it matters
Consent isn’t a mood. It’s a yes. A clear yes. Text makes that tricky, since tone gets lost. Emojis don’t fix it. That’s why I keep reminding people this is not that kind of review, and this article unpacks why that distinction matters. If you want to flirt, try a normal opener. Ask how their day is. Wild, I know.
Want an even deeper dive into asking (and answering) with respect? Check out the straightforward guide over at MyCandyAlexa.
Should you send that line?
If you need me to say it: probably not. If you still want to ask for photos, ask with care and give an easy out. Read the room. And accept a no without poking at it.
If, on the other hand, you’re genuinely searching for a space where trading spicy pics is the whole point—and everyone shows up knowing the rules—take a minute to read this honest review of WannaHookup, which breaks down the site’s safety features, user vibe, and overall legitimacy so you can decide whether moving your flirt game there beats ambushing strangers in their DMs.
If your search is more local than global, and you happen to be in Arizona, you might appreciate a curated roundup of Gilbert’s alternative classifieds over at Backpage Gilbert—the page lays out which listings are active, how to post safely, and the etiquette locals actually follow.
The bottom line
If this line shows up in your world too, you’re not alone. You can set guardrails and keep your space calm. On top of that, Facebook’s Help Center explains how to report and stop threats to share private images, so you’re never left guessing. And hey, if someone can’t respect a simple no? That tells you everything you need to know.
And if you ever feel pressured to give help you’re not comfortable providing, remember you can always say a polite “sorry, can’t help”—here’s exactly how that can sound.