Creators of adult content on the platform X are raising concerns about a proposed law currently being discussed in Parliament that would restrict online sex work. The law, which includes Article 25, aims to combat sexist and sexual violence against women and children by classifying certain activities involving the sale of adult content as prostitution, a criminal offense punishable by up to seven years in prison. The proposal also includes a fine of 1,500 euros for certain customers, based on a text adopted in Sweden in May 2025. Although the text still needs to be debated and could change during public sessions, those in the gay adult industry are already expressing significant worry.
Fabio Stallion, a gay adult content creator, says Parliament should listen to creators rather than speak for them. He and others in the industry emphasize that they do not feel the need for protection and instead express a deep passion for their profession. "I chose to live off my passion," says Kinkoer, while Maxime Andolini explains that he left a well-paid and qualified job to pursue this line of work. All four creators interviewed were primarily performers before entering the adult industry, with a focus on the experience rather than financial reward.
Maxime Andolini recalls entering the industry after posting a photo of his penis on Twitter in 2020, which led to a surge in followers and additional income. Kinkoer, on the other hand, entered the profession through the fetish scene, performing on stage and in filmed scenes for studios. He enjoys the flexibility and community spirit of the fetish family, despite the potential stigma associated with the work.
The creators argue that moving into pornography is not a default choice. Tony Silver notes that he had the means to pursue a more conventional job but chose this path over a physically demanding job at Carrefour. Fabio Stallion mentions that while the work is not always exciting, it can be lucrative, particularly with private videos that require more effort but offer higher income. The creators also express concerns about their collaborators potentially being targeted by the law, which is still under discussion. Tony Silver questions whether filming his partner during a scene would make him a pimp, highlighting the ambiguity in the proposed legislation.
Supporters of Article 25 argue that the virtual world is a jungle and that young people need protection. However, most platforms have implemented safeguards, such as OnlyFans requiring consent forms and identity verification through artificial intelligence. Platforms also regulate content, with OnlyFans being cautious about kinks and rejecting uploads containing certain elements. JustForFans is noted as being better for kink content and requiring participants to be tagged in videos.
The creators propose that society should work on reducing the stigma they face, which hinders their professional lives. For example, they have encountered difficulties in opening professional bank accounts, with one branch manager backing down after learning about their profession. They will follow the debates on this law, which will start in the hemicycle from October 1st.
French Parliament Considers Law Affecting Online Sex Work Amid Creator Concerns
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