Tumblr to ban adult content following child pornography issues

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Tumblr is planning a massive and controversial purge of content.

The blogging platform announced Monday that adult content will no longer be allowed starting on December 17th. This will include any photos, videos, GIFs, or illustrations that "show real-life human genitals or female-presenting nipples" or that "depict sex acts." There will be a handful of exceptions, though. For example, breasts can be shown in a medical context, and nudity related to "political or newsworthy speech" or found in art can be posted. Erotica will also remain permitted.

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Brendan Morrow

Brendan worked as a culture writer at The Week from 2018 to 2023, covering the entertainment industry, including film reviews, television recaps, awards season, the box office, major movie franchises and Hollywood gossip. He has written about film and television for outlets including Bloody Disgusting, Showbiz Cheat Sheet, Heavy and The Celebrity Cafe.