Before we get stuck into this article, let’s break down what an NFT, or non-fungible token, is. Put simply, an NFT is a unique, numbered print of an image or clip. They exist in the decentralised world of crypto and the blockchain. Basically, when you create (known as “Minting”) an NFT, you own the rights to the original image or clip. It can then be sold as a unique and often rare investment to others.
Paying money for a digital print is an odd concept for many. Still, it’s not too dissimilar to the world of collecting stuff like trainers, football memorabilia or physical artwork.
It wasn’t that long ago that most of us had no idea what crypto and non-fungible tokens were. These days, it’s becoming harder to avoid them and the roles they’re playing in an increasing number of industries worldwide. However, one of the industries where NFTs are turning heads, in particular, is the global adult industry.
How Are NFTs Being Used in the Adult Industry?
It’s fair to say that the initial boom we saw in NFTs during their introductory months on the scene has dipped a little. But that’s not to say they’re not still massively popular. Increasingly, we’ve seen them being used in various proposals that could dramatically affect the XXX world of porn and adult cams.
Some porn and cam sites are eyeing up using NFTs as a form of payment for their clients to buy X-rated clips, tokens to spend on live cam girls, and more. Because these payments will take place on the blockchain, they provide a higher level of security and freedom for both the buyer and the seller of adult content. This has never been more important in an era where major credit card companies increasingly turn their backs on adult content creators.
In recent months, we’ve seen several major porn industry names actively creating and trading adult content in the form of NFTs. Some names you may recognise (but will probably pretend not to if your girlfriend is around) are Allie Eve Knox, Eva Elfie, and Abella Danger.
So, How Are People in the Adult Industry Making Money With NFTs?
First, a few adult industry companies combine physical and digital bonuses in the form of NFTs. Just like in the mainstream NFT sector where we’ve seen bands give their fans meet and greets included with their branded NFTs, pornstars and cam models are eyeing up doing the same.
For example, imagine being able to buy an NFT of your favourite cam girl from a site like PDCams and then having her physical underwear included. Or perhaps the sale includes the idea of buying an NFT made by a pornstar and having a meet-and-greet experience? Stuff like this will not only make NFTs more attractive in the adult industry but will no doubt boost their popularity enormously.
Another way an adult industry figure or company can profit from NFTs is via the royalties they produce. You see, when you mint an NFT, you can sell as many copies of it as you like whilst still retaining the rights to the original. Whenever a copy of your NFT is sold, you can receive royalties ranging from 2% to 10%. Most adult industry professionals outsource the reselling of their NFT to third-party companies that take care of all of the hard work.
Where do People Sell Adult NFTs?
Whilst you may be surprised that many major NFT marketplaces have no issue with X-rated content being bought and sold, you may find that their mainstream clientele isn’t so keen on it. As a result, you may receive limited interest on such platforms.
Instead, it’s better to focus on adult industry platforms first. Whilst you can opt for the likes of OnlyFans or porn tube sites, there is also an increasing number of adult industry-focused marketplaces dedicated to the world of X-rated NFTs.
Some well-established adult NFT creators have pointed out the lack of inclusivity shown towards adult industry creators from the mainstream NFT market, but there’s an understandable reason behind this.
The mainstream NFT clientele is often heavily focused on the world of cryptocurrencies and the blockchain, not the adult industry. Many of them are blissfully unaware of both the benefits of inclusiveness towards the adult industry and how to effectively work with adult content creators, porn stars, and live cam girls. Overall, it’s a matter of waiting and being patient for the mainstream NFT community to become more accepting of X-rated content. It's down to adult industry professionals to spread awareness.
In Summary, Never Underestimate the Value of a Personal Connection
Overall, there is a huge potential for NFTs and the adult industry to bloom in sync with one another. An increasing number of adult industry professionals are taking advantage of the craze to create custom digital artwork and provide something extra special to their legions of adoring fans.
X-rated NFTs are the epitome of how the adult industry should work. Porn and adult cam consumers are buying and investing in them because they love what they see and appreciate the erotic art. Sure, they can also download them illicitly, just as many people do with conventional porn, but buying an NFT is actively supporting the adult artists who made it.
Not only that, porn fans who buy an NFT are actively buying something that is unique, special, and specifically registered to you. Thus creating a unique bond between adult content creators and buyers that the porn and adult cam industry has never seen before.
Plus, thanks to the benefits of blockchain technology, there’s a range of advantages given to the content creators themselves. No longer will they have to live in fear of their centralised financial institution turning their backs on them due to a shift in attitude towards adult content, nor will they be forced to endure ludicrously high fees as a result of the x-rated material that they make.
One thing is for sure; the future is now!