Do you really know? Do women really watch less porn?
Dec 1, 2025
A recent survey reveals that 73% of women claim they never watch porn, highlighting a significant gender gap in self-reports. Sexologist Patrizia Anex discusses the stigma women face, often leading them to hide their porn consumption. Interestingly, women now constitute 29% of Pornhub's UK audience, with preferences leaning towards authentic and mutual experiences. Yet many are uncomfortable with mainstream portrayals, pointing to a need for change in an industry largely dominated by men. The growing acceptance and new formats are shifting women's engagement with pornography.
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Reported Low Female Consumption May Be Misleading
- Swiss data shows many women report never watching porn, but that may reflect stigma rather than true behavior.
- Online metrics and rising female-focused formats suggest women's consumption is growing and diversifying.
Stigma Hides True Viewing Habits
- Social stigma makes many women reluctant to admit watching or enjoying porn, say experts like Patrizia Anex.
- Platform data (e.g., Pornhub ~29% female users) and genre preferences reveal women's real participation is rising.
Genre Choices Reflect Desire For Authenticity
- Women who watch often prefer lesbian, amateur and threesome genres that emphasize authenticity and mutual pleasure.
- These preferences reflect a search for female-centred portrayals and more realistic sexual dynamics.