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The Popularity of Webcam Sites

After Google and Social media sites, dating/webcam sites are the sites people visit the most in the world. Put it this way: People are always looking for new ways not to be lonely.

People are always looking for better and easier ways to do things, and technology is ever-present to help Man in advancing his dreams of a better world. For example, no one wants to go on a sea voyage when they can easily take an airplane or choose to ride a bicycle when they can hop on a bus; Newer is always better.

Webcam sites are online platforms where people go to interact with models/cam performers; they can also share explicit activities like; sex chatting, nude dancing, stripping, sex dancing, and other sexual acts short of pornography.

Why are webcam sites becoming popular among people?

Lots of people sign up to webcam sites almost every day, which is leading to the massive following these sites are enjoying.

They are so easy to enter

A lot of models are looking for a platform to showcase their selves; some webcam sites already serve as a suitable alternative to modeling. A webcam model only needs a PC, high-speed internet, and to complete their verification process to become online models on these sites.

Webcam sites offer privacy to their users.

People can go into webcam sites and remain incognito if they want to be. Most people are not ready for the ‘publicity’ that comes with being a cam model, so they prefer sites that can keep their personal information private.

People make money on these sites.

Most webcam sites now have tipping systems using their digital coins; webcam performers can get tips from their audience depending on how enjoyable their performance is. It is in addition to the fixed payment per broadcast the audience has to pay.

It could be a part-time hustle.

Having a side hustle during this period is not only crucial but is also growing to be a trend. Models can have a conventional paying job together with a side hustle like webcam modeling. The work periods on these webcam sites are flexible and independent.

Webcam sites are places for people to connect

Most people go to webcam sites to get the ‘relationship’ experience; it is shocking to know how many lonely people are out there. Most of the people who go on webcam sites go there to have someone to chat with and do ‘naughty’ things (people who will not judge them).

There are different webcam sites available online for people to meet and interact with webcam models; some webcam sites are more flexible in their policies and offer broader services than others. Examples of these webcam sites are;

• WeMatcher

It is a self-styled meet site that offers unique and creative ways of connecting two willing and consenting adults. This platform offers both random chatting and dating services and employs the latest technology to improve the experience of the users.

• Chatroulette

With over 2million monthly users, this website is not only one of the pioneers in webcam dating; it is also the largest random matchmaker. The excellent platform continues to link random adults since their commencement over a decade ago. They also allow extra adult content on their webcam sites.

• Omegle

Webcam sites like this make sure you are never lonely even in the seclusion of your room; no matter the time, there is always a date waiting for you on their website. They also go as far as pairing you up with a person who matches your interests and style. No wonder their followership is increasing rapidly.

Is the government saying anything?

While there is always the public outcry on the ‘moral degradation’ of pornography, nudity, sex works, and similar adult related contents, the government and campaigners are surprisingly quiet about adult webcam sites.

Although a 2014 law & an incoming Digital Economy bill places certain restrictions on pornographic acts, these laws are technically oblivious to webcam sites.

Perhaps, a live show interprets to total consent by both the performer and the viewers. All these are inclusive of the reasons why webcam sites are growing popular.

  Rebranding the modern woman

Feminists and rights groups are always claiming that women are victims in the adult industry. Now, webcam sites are an avenue for women/sex workers to own themselves in the adult content industry. Furthermore, with webcam sites, the models can decide the extent to which they want to perform in the industry.

It is allowing women to claim profits they would normally not get from this male-dominated industry. Now, they can control their image rights and dictate their terms and conditions, all from a comfortable position.

Reaping great returns

Between the processes of linking people to find a date and act over a cam, webcam sites are rake in a high amount. Not only do they create both direct and indirect opportunities for the gig economy, but they also make money from advertisements.

Most hosting sites charge in between 40% to 70% of models’ earnings, and key players estimate that the industry might be worth a whopping $13 billion by the year 2022. In a day, top webcam sites could get mammoth traffic of about (30 to 50) million.

 With the big appeal and cash, it is easy to see why people rush into the industry.

Conclusions: The physical world might be waning

Recent happenings in our world have affected the trend of our person to person interactions and our public life. The lockdown orders from the government of most countries as a result of the global pandemic means restaurants, cafes, parks, and cinemas remain closed. And traffic to webcam sites has been on an unrelenting rise ever since.

Finally, Webcam chatting is not only the present but is also proving to be the future, with most webcam sites already incorporating VR into their platforms. Webcam sites will only keep on growing popular.