NY Times article about women's porn

Ms Naughty · 2004-02-20, 10:54 PM

http://www.nytimes.com/2004/02/20/na...c79ce0&ei=5062

An excerpt:
"While women have long been involved in the sex industry as providers and consumers, their participation now has become more of an economic phenomenon, largely because of the Internet. In fact, experts say, the Internet has been a major factor in unleashing women's interest in all things sexual. Surveys by Nielsen/NetRatings, which measures Internet audiences, have found that women account for more than a quarter of all visitors to sites with adult content, with more than 10 million women logging on to such sites in December alone.

"ComScore Media Metrix, an Internet research firm, has found even higher female demand for adult sites — 42 percent of all visitors in January — with the highest rates among women ages 18 to 34."

OK, OK, I know what you're all going to say

But come on... 42% is a wonderful, wonderful figure!!

The only thing wrong with this article is it didn't include our URL LOL

Greenguy · 2004-02-21, 08:52 AM

42% is really high - I wonder if I can htaccess all female surfers to a certain program

Plus this will give us more to talk about on the Radio Show next Tuesday

Extreme John · 2004-02-21, 09:28 AM

I always figured it was a bit high, we allow our members to write in, and you cant even imagine how many Female members we have in Anal Destruction, or how many Female surfers either buy memberships to sites of ours like Facial humiliation or Facial whore, either for their boyfriends & themselves (couple buy), or entirely for themselves.

It's great, just think of how many years it took the majority of woman to feel comfortable about expressing their true sexual feelings. We always have this conversation. Woman are finally REALLY coming to a time where they feel free enough to do whatever they choose. It's good stuff.

graphicsbytia · 2004-02-22, 02:16 AM

I think they're probably all webmasters looking at their own sites or their competitors sites .. the numbers of women webmasters is the shocker.. there's a lot of them

I think women like making money from porn a lot better than paying for it

Extreme John · 2004-02-22, 07:37 PM

Agreed.

dallasdeb · 2004-02-22, 07:56 PM

venturi · 2004-02-22, 08:24 PM

What I found odd about that statistic is that it has remained pretty static over the past two years. I read an article performing the same basic metric back in late 2001 (I think it was) and they showed the same 42% figure. That study also showed statistics stating that women are 60% more likely to purchase online than men.

Ms Naughty · 2004-02-22, 08:32 PM

LOL

We women webmasters are a completely separate species of course, who in no way resemble other "proper" women. Good, normal women go to church and don't want to look at porn, let alone pay for it, right guys?

That 42% are just a bunch of deviates...

graphicsbytia · 2004-02-23, 04:31 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by grandmascrotum
LOL

We women webmasters are a completely separate species of course, who in no way resemble other "proper" women. Good, normal women go to church and don't want to look at porn, let alone pay for it, right guys?

That 42% are just a bunch of deviates...

I wonder how many of that 42% are husbands using the only credit card they own.. their wife's

Kath · 2004-02-23, 11:46 AM

IMHO the Internet has opened up MANY doors for women to explore their sexual fantasies & interests that otherwise might have been supressed. Think about it - most men have no qualms with walking into an adult bookstore in their local town, buying the stuff they want and going home to enjoy it. Heck - most get Playboy subscriptions in the mailbox or puchase magazines @ local convenience stores. It is seen as "OK" by most and is acceptable behavior.

Most women will be wary of shopping @ such a local store for fear of who will "see them" parked outside the store or inside - especially in small, gossipy towns. "So-and-so might see my car and tell everyone @ church or the PTA!" Many women also struggle to discover and identify their sexual identities/roles in a society that expects them to be good wives, daughters, sisters and mothers. The double-standard of "it's OK for boys but not for girls" is still alive and well in many parts of the world.

Mail order programs for adult oriented novelties - especially those that promised discreet packages, order forms & billing on credit cards - have done well for years. It only makes sense that the world of the Internet and its promise of anonymity and safety of use in the comfort of one's home would boost sales even more.

I think that as time goes by, women will become even more and more comfortable with sexual media and adult purchasing. I think 42% could be accurate - I don't see why not.

DangerDave · 2004-02-23, 05:26 PM

Since when did my IP carry my "gender"???

"has found even higher female demand for adult sites — 42 percent of all visitors in January — with the highest rates among women ages 18 to 34"

My ass!! 42%!! where did they pull that one from outta of some journalist's ass! 42 % of surfers and 1 % of sales..

DD

stwof · 2004-02-23, 05:47 PM

I've read somewhere that women are fully aroused within 2 minutes of watching porn. And it has to be Hardcore porn.

Ramster · 2004-02-23, 07:43 PM

Women might be surfing "adult" but they certainly aren't surfing thehun everyday looking at galleries. The porn we are accustomed to selling is surfed by men at a much higher percentage than 58%. I'm talking about free sites, avs sites, galleries and everyday paysites that we as a collective make money on daily.

DangerDave · 2004-02-23, 07:43 PM

Just wanted to make this clear...

I was disagreeing with the statistic.. not with the fact that the "for women" market exists, is strong, and is viable.

I dearly wish it was 42% , but I simply dont believe the number.

DD

graphicsbytia · 2004-02-23, 11:39 PM

I too have a hard time believing that the 42% figure is correct.. and if it is.. does this include unwanted popups and other means of getting people to a site they don't choose to visit? It must if this figure is even close to right.

I hear from webmasters that the female porn market is a viable one.. but have never seen any first hand proof of that myself. That's not to say it's not true, I just haven't persued it myself, only because in my mind, it just doesn't seem worth persuing.

I do know one area of porn that females are definitely into from firsthand experience, and that is in having their own sites. I would say that a good 35% of my clients are female and that includes couples.

What I see most is wishing.. I see men wishing that women were more interested in porn.. it's been that way since I first got into this market. Believe me, if I thought there was a market there, I'd be the first one to promote it and make money from it, but as a female, I just don't see it happening in the way of porn site membership sales. I do however appreciate and profit from the fact that women like to make money in the business, so that's what I go for

2004-02-20, 10:54 PM	#1
Ms Naughty old enough to be Grandma Scrotum Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Australia Posts: 1,408	NY Times article about women's porn http://www.nytimes.com/2004/02/20/na...c79ce0&ei=5062 An excerpt: "While women have long been involved in the sex industry as providers and consumers, their participation now has become more of an economic phenomenon, largely because of the Internet. In fact, experts say, the Internet has been a major factor in unleashing women's interest in all things sexual. Surveys by Nielsen/NetRatings, which measures Internet audiences, have found that women account for more than a quarter of all visitors to sites with adult content, with more than 10 million women logging on to such sites in December alone. "ComScore Media Metrix, an Internet research firm, has found even higher female demand for adult sites — 42 percent of all visitors in January — with the highest rates among women ages 18 to 34." OK, OK, I know what you're all going to say But come on... 42% is a wonderful, wonderful figure!! The only thing wrong with this article is it didn't include our URL LOL __________________ Promote Bright Desire

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2004-02-21, 09:28 AM	#3
Extreme John Afro John says: "Touch The Extreme Afro & You'll Be In Extreme Pain!" Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: FL Posts: 1,671	I always figured it was a bit high, we allow our members to write in, and you cant even imagine how many Female members we have in Anal Destruction, or how many Female surfers either buy memberships to sites of ours like Facial humiliation or Facial whore, either for their boyfriends & themselves (couple buy), or entirely for themselves. It's great, just think of how many years it took the majority of woman to feel comfortable about expressing their true sexual feelings. We always have this conversation. Woman are finally REALLY coming to a time where they feel free enough to do whatever they choose. It's good stuff. __________________ September 6, 2007

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2004-02-22, 07:56 PM	#6
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2004-02-22, 02:16 AM	#4
graphicsbytia Banned Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 204	I think they're probably all webmasters looking at their own sites or their competitors sites .. the numbers of women webmasters is the shocker.. there's a lot of them I think women like making money from porn a lot better than paying for it

2004-02-22, 08:24 PM	#7
venturi No offence Apu, but when they were handing out religions you must have been out taking a whizz Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: An Oasis atop a High Desert Mesa Posts: 282	What I found odd about that statistic is that it has remained pretty static over the past two years. I read an article performing the same basic metric back in late 2001 (I think it was) and they showed the same 42% figure. That study also showed statistics stating that women are 60% more likely to purchase online than men. __________________ Please Re-Read The Rules For Sig Files

2004-02-22, 08:32 PM	#8
Ms Naughty old enough to be Grandma Scrotum Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Australia Posts: 1,408	LOL We women webmasters are a completely separate species of course, who in no way resemble other "proper" women. Good, normal women go to church and don't want to look at porn, let alone pay for it, right guys? That 42% are just a bunch of deviates... __________________ Promote Bright Desire

2004-02-23, 11:46 AM	#10
Kath No offence Apu, but when they were handing out religions you must have been out taking a whizz Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: California, USA Posts: 284	IMHO the Internet has opened up MANY doors for women to explore their sexual fantasies & interests that otherwise might have been supressed. Think about it - most men have no qualms with walking into an adult bookstore in their local town, buying the stuff they want and going home to enjoy it. Heck - most get Playboy subscriptions in the mailbox or puchase magazines @ local convenience stores. It is seen as "OK" by most and is acceptable behavior. Most women will be wary of shopping @ such a local store for fear of who will "see them" parked outside the store or inside - especially in small, gossipy towns. "So-and-so might see my car and tell everyone @ church or the PTA!" Many women also struggle to discover and identify their sexual identities/roles in a society that expects them to be good wives, daughters, sisters and mothers. The double-standard of "it's OK for boys but not for girls" is still alive and well in many parts of the world. Mail order programs for adult oriented novelties - especially those that promised discreet packages, order forms & billing on credit cards - have done well for years. It only makes sense that the world of the Internet and its promise of anonymity and safety of use in the comfort of one's home would boost sales even more. I think that as time goes by, women will become even more and more comfortable with sexual media and adult purchasing. I think 42% could be accurate - I don't see why not. __________________ READ...MY...BLOG! - kBlogger.com KLIXXX - Written by webmasters FOR webmasters!

2004-02-23, 05:26 PM	#11
DangerDave Bonged Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: BrisVegas, AUSTRALIA Posts: 4,882	Since when did my IP carry my "gender"??? "has found even higher female demand for adult sites — 42 percent of all visitors in January — with the highest rates among women ages 18 to 34" My ass!! 42%!! where did they pull that one from outta of some journalist's ass! 42 % of surfers and 1 % of sales.. DD __________________ Old Dollars >>>> Now with over 90 Hosted Free Sites <<<< DangerDave.com.au - Adult Links to Free Porn

2004-02-23, 05:47 PM	#12
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2004-02-23, 07:43 PM	#13
Ramster Life is good Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 11,867	Women might be surfing "adult" but they certainly aren't surfing thehun everyday looking at galleries. The porn we are accustomed to selling is surfed by men at a much higher percentage than 58%. I'm talking about free sites, avs sites, galleries and everyday paysites that we as a collective make money on daily. __________________ Pornstar Legends \| Live Cam Model Shows \| Hungarian Girls Skype: robmurray999

2004-02-23, 11:39 PM	#15
graphicsbytia Banned Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 204	I too have a hard time believing that the 42% figure is correct.. and if it is.. does this include unwanted popups and other means of getting people to a site they don't choose to visit? It must if this figure is even close to right. I hear from webmasters that the female porn market is a viable one.. but have never seen any first hand proof of that myself. That's not to say it's not true, I just haven't persued it myself, only because in my mind, it just doesn't seem worth persuing. I do know one area of porn that females are definitely into from firsthand experience, and that is in having their own sites. I would say that a good 35% of my clients are female and that includes couples. What I see most is wishing.. I see men wishing that women were more interested in porn.. it's been that way since I first got into this market. Believe me, if I thought there was a market there, I'd be the first one to promote it and make money from it, but as a female, I just don't see it happening in the way of porn site membership sales. I do however appreciate and profit from the fact that women like to make money in the business, so that's what I go for