Speaking at the NSPCC's annual conference on Tuesday, Sajid Javid said that more people are reporting online images of sexual abuse, and more of those who are viewing or considering viewing the images are seeking help.
Javid praised the Lucy Faithfull Foundation, which has seen calls to its specialist helpline - that aims to protect child victims of online abuse - increase by nearly 25 per cent in a year.
He said the foundation's Stop It Now! website had also seen a 40 per cent increase in the number of people accessing its resources.
"We know it's working, with independent evaluation showing web users concerned about their behaviour reported increased awareness of the law and positive behaviour changes," said Javid, adding: "So more potential offenders are being stopped before they prey upon children - something we undoubtedly need to see more of."
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