764 and The Com: Misconceptions and Guidance

 Since 2023, the online networks 764 and The Com have drawn attention because of their association with high-profile cases of sextortion, mass shootings, and suicides of minors. Arrests of members of these groups have also risen sharply, increasing the interest of the media and concern from caregivers, school officials, and other frontline practitioners. This short explainer addresses common misconceptions about 764 and The Com to provide readers with the information necessary to understand the threat these organizations pose to young people.