By It seems like everyone wants attention on the internet. But even with so many sites, it’s still hard to stand out from the crowd. And if you’re sharing adult content, it’s even harder to find a place to post.
You could start a porn blog on your own website, but that has problems, like getting traffic, building a following, and paying for ads.
Once, you could post pictures, join talks, and share adult content on Tumblr, and it was great. Even if you didn’t know much, you could get a fanbase in just a few weeks.
Then, in 2014, Tumblr did the “Great Purge.” They changed their rules and started deleting adult content. This, along with fights from social justice people, led many users to leave Tumblr.
Since then, people have been searching for a new place to share. One site that people have turned to is BDSMLR. Does it work as the next big thing? Let’s find out.
More Than a Blog, Not Quite a Forum
After the purge, many people went to Twitter to start fresh. But Twitter is better for short posts and gifs. So, smaller sites started popping up, looking for Tumblr users. Many of these sites kept the old format but added their own twist. BDSMLR is made for people who like more extreme adult content.
BDSMLR lets you post text, pictures, and videos of whatever you like, as long as it follows the rules.
If you’re not sure what to post, the feed is always showing new posts from other users, so you’ll get ideas. Even if you’re not sure what to share, you won’t run out of things to post.
Signing Up Is Easy and Free, But Read the Rules
Signing up is free and easy. Just pick a name, enter your email, and pick some categories you like. You don’t even have to confirm your email. Once you’re done, you can post right away.
But you should read the rules before you start. The rules are long, but they explain everything you can and can’t do. Even though it’s a site for adult content, they still have strict rules.
Once you’re in, you can easily upload pictures, videos, and other content. The site also shows how many followers you have, how many likes your posts get, and other things that help you stay motivated.
BDSMLR has basic tools to help you connect with other users. There’s a contact page, a block button, and other social tools. So, it’s suitable for content management.
What I Like About BDSMLR
One thing I liked is that the site doesn’t just use English. I’ve seen posts in German and Spanish, too. It’s great that people from different countries can join in and share their content.
BDSMLR has grown a lot since Tumblr’s purge. It now has 87,000 users, maybe more now. If you post a lot, you’ll get followers too, since more posts mean more chances to be seen.
Another great thing is that you won’t get in trouble for your kinks, and you don’t have to deal with Tumblr’s drama. It’s a safe space for adult content, free of the anger found on some other sites.
Some Things You Might Not Like
This isn’t a complaint, but more of a warning. BDSMLR is mainly for people into darker adult content, like BDSM. If you prefer lighter, more regular adult content, you may not get much attention.
Also, the site doesn’t have the usual ways to connect with people. For example, there’s no comment section, so you can’t talk to your followers unless they message you directly.
If you’re still on Tumblr, BDSMLR has a tool to help you move your posts over to this site, which is a nice touch.
What Needs to Be Better
BDSMLR could improve a few things. Hashtags are proper on social media, and it would be great if they worked better on this site. Also, there isn’t a place to find the most popular posts or trending content, which could help new users get noticed.
Another thing is that BDSMLR only lets you upload MP4 videos. It would be nice if they allowed other video formats, like FLV or WMV.
Finally, you can’t make money from your posts. The site doesn’t let you post affiliate links, which is a shame for people who want to earn from their content.
Does BDSMLR Live Up to the Hype?
BDSMLR is a good choice for people who want to post more extreme adult content in a blog format. It’s not as popular or exciting as Twitter, but it’s a decent option if you’re looking for a place to post adult content.
The site is good if you want to share kinkier stuff, but if you want to post regular adult material, you might not get the same level of attention. Still, it’s better than starting a blog on your own website, and it offers tools to help you connect with other users.
In the end, BDSMLR is a solid choice for adult bloggers, but it’s not perfect. I’d give it a 4/5—good, but not amazing.
