You know, it’s true what they say: once you go ethical, you never go back. Here’s our list of the best ethical porn sites on offer.
There’s no shortage of porn on the internet, that’s a given. Everything from wholesome porn to kink porn sites. But today, we’re going to discuss sketchy porn sites for the most part. The type of nude sites that definitely can’t be classified as safe porn websites at all.
In fact, there are a whole lot of websites that are de-platforming sex workers due to their large following and free soft porn, or hardcore content – in turn making ethical porn, more realistic porn and wholesome porn harder to find and support.
Sites like RedTube and Pornhub amass a lot of traffic because of their free material, but they are also becoming increasingly scrutinised over allegations of videos that aid exploitation and sex trafficking, and simultaneously dismiss consent. With that in mind, there surely must be great free porn sites better than Pornhub somewhere?
Unfortunately, due to porn aggregators like tPornhub and other porn hub curated pornography sites existing, access to free ethical porn is becoming increasingly difficult.
In 2019, Pornhub had over 42 billion people visit their site, a figure which equates to more than 114 million visits per day. It’s huge beyond comprehension, and the go-to for most porn consumers on the internet, whether they’re looking for totally vanilla porn, indie porn, unverified porn, realistic porn, almost porn, or something as niche as Fortnite porn. Pornhub is just one of the many websites monopolised by MindGeek, a company which owns all major porn platforms and hundreds of smaller ones.
They also own a major percentage of porn studios (which allows them to distribute copyrighted material). However, a quick look at their website, which bears no mention of anything porn-related, will show you the level of ambiguity in which they’ve shrouded their work. Confusing, really.
You can buy it directly from sex workers. Many of them sell directly to clients. The only ethical way to consume porn is to do so in a way that directly benefits the sex workers that make it instead of contributing to their abuse and exploitation.
— Sex Workers Against Sexual Abuse (@SWersAgainstSA) May 23, 2020
So what does this mean for the people putting in the work and actually making the porn? It means that they make very little off their videos, as the same company that their videos are owned by, are the same people that are pirating it and publishing it to these free websites. You see the issue with the pornhub website.
That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the seven best ethical porn sites for your pleasure – in no particular order. Now, you can get your rocks off with peace of mind and know that you aren’t directly perpetuating a dark market that takes from the pockets of the little guy and puts it into the wallets of huge conglomerates.
It’s more wholesome porn, it’s more realistic porn, it’s really good porn, and it’s out there to be consumed in replacement of Pornhub channels in a guilt-free way. Enjoy!
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yall are missing out on indie porn!! it’s ethical, well done and realistic most of the time! some of these are pay-to-watch, but u can get a free trial. check out bellesea, crashpad, and xconfessions!!! i am a big supporter of ethical, diverse porn so hmu for recs https://t.co/CnOtSho9hk
— sydney (@sydneystropp) September 23, 2020
1. XConfessions and Lust Cinema
Why it’s ethical: Created by feminist filmmaker Erika Lust, XConfessions is like the meeting place of indie cinema and porn. The website hosts a growing catalogue of films, interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage, as well as written and illustrated confessions, and each month it turns two of its subscribers’ confessions into short films. Its sister website, LustCinema, offers feature-length films made by female directors.
Perfect for: People who like their porn with a good storyline and cinematography to boot.
Cost: $11.40-$34.95 a month, depending on your subscription.
Check out XConfessions here and LustCinema here.
2. OnlyFans
Why it’s ethical: By now, I’m sure you’ve all heard of Onlyfans. The subscription-based service allows you to pay for material from whoever you choose, and it’s almost like the social media of porn sites (of course the site is also used by content creators of all kinds, not just those in the porn industry).
Self-produced content is a surefire way to know that you’re buying directly from the person whose content you are consuming. Creators can charge from the minimum and maximum amounts set by the platform, and fans can pay more for extra pictures and give tips. OnlyFans takes about a 20% cut. The site gives users autonomy over what they post, establishing firm boundaries and avoiding manipulation from big-time producers.
Perfect for: Those wanting more of a personal experience.
Cost: $4.99-$49.99 per month.
Check out OnlyFans here.
3. Bellesa.co
Why it’s ethical: A self-described feminist porn site, Bellesa offers up ethical free porn made possible through their Partnership Network. Free soft porn and hardcore clips are usually around ten minutes long, and there are also paid videos from their in-house studio on offer, as well as erotica, sexual health articles, and an online sex toy shop.
The company also gave out free vibrators during COVID-19 lockdown. Legends.
Perfect for: Women and those with a preference for softcore porn.
Cost: Free.
Check out Bellesa.co here.
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— Monse (@monseeegl) July 4, 2020
4. Dipsea
Why it’s ethical: For those of you that prefer to listen to some saucy audio rather than watch raunchy videos, Dipsea is for you. This is an app (think Audible but for erotica) that is female-founded and features a wide array of different stories and subject matter for every interest, whilst all focusing on female pleasure. There are over 300 stories and sessions that range anywhere from 5 to 20 minutes in length.
Perfect for: People looking for a porn medium that isn’t visual.
Cost: $47.99 per year (less than $4 per month). You can sign up for a free trial before you commit.
Check out Dipsea here.
5. MVTube
Why it’s ethical: Unlike other sites that end in ‘tube’ which profit off stolen content and are destructive to the livelihood of sex workers, Many Vids is focused on conscious consumerism. MVTube is a segment that has sprung from the Many Vids website which focuses on free content for its viewers.
Performers are paid 67 cents for every thousand views and the site only offers content that its MV stars have decided to make free. This allows stars to gain increased exposure, a win-win for all.
Perfect for: Those who want to explore the work of different performers.
Cost: Free.
Check out Many Vids here.
6. Kink.com
Why it’s ethical: For lovers of all things kinky and BDSM-related, this site is your new go-to. Their vision is “to be the most trusted destination for entertainment, education and experiences that inspire people to explore their kinky side without shame.”
To ensure the safety of all parties involved, they’ve implemented strict consent protocols which require performers to fill out a comprehensive checklist of what they do and don’t consent to.
Perfect for: Those who love BDSM.
Cost: $15-$39.99 per month, depending on your plan.
Check out Kink.com here.
7. Make Love Not Porn
Why it’s ethical: This site depicts real-world sex in all it’s “glorious, silly, beautiful, messy reassuring humanness”. Made by the people and curated for the people, this site is wholesome porn through and through. It’s focused on consensual and fun sexual exploration without the performative cliche scenes that you so often find on porn sites.
Make Love Not Porn was created in 2009 by Cindy Gallop who also has a TED talk on the topic. Oh, and half of the proceeds of your rental goes to the creators of the video! Amazing.
Perfect for: Those who like their porn authentic and quirky.
Cost: Joining is free, with each video set at $5 to rent. There are also a number of subscription services to choose from.
Check out Make Love Not Porn here.
Ethical porn is the best kind of porn :)
— Valeria 🖕🐖 (@valestoro) July 25, 2015
8. Joybear
Why it’s ethical: Founded in 2003 by UK filmmaker, Justin Santos, Joybear was launched with the intent to encourage sex positivity, to depict sexual encounters with authenticity, and to increase the focus on female pleasure which is often lacking on other pornographic sites. Most importantly, Joybear prioritises the welfare of their workers, and pledges to pay them fairly.
Perfect for: Those who like their porn realistic, fun, and female pleasure-oriented.
Cost: The monthly subscription price for this site is $19.95. Alternatively, you can opt for a yearly subscription and save a whopping 83% by making a one-off payment of $60.
Check out Joybear here.
Let’s face it, porn hub curated content isn’t the most ethical. This is just a small list of platforms that are better than pornhub, to get you started on your ethical porn journey. If we all stop watching stolen content, its demand will diminish, and we can move towards a future where we promote a guilt-free, ethical adult industry for all. Happy porn hunting!
So before you jump into a search for tpornhub, find out more about the power of ethical porn, check out our video below:
There we have it, there are still sites like Pornhub out there that do have ethical porn free on display, proving that kinky pornsites and fun porn sites can also be a safe porn website as well.
