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Reddit Now Allows Desktop Users to Upload NSFW Images: Here's Why?

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(Image credit- PC Mag) The internet's front page, Reddit, has announced that desktop users will soon be able to upload NSFW photographs, matching the functionality of the mobile version. According to the article, this modification was done in response to Imgur's decision to start banning graphic photographs on May 15, potentially transforming Reddit into a new destination for mature content.

Learn More About Reddit's Most Recent Change

A recent statement emphasizes that users must now designate their community to 18+, which was previously only possible on mobile devices, in order to publish predominantly NSFW content. The moderators highlighted in the article, "This is also a good opportunity to take a moment to refresh yourself on our rules around the protection of minors, consent, and copyright." [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]Reddit will allow users to upload NSFW images from desktop | TechCrunch Image credit- TechCrunch[/caption]

Unexpected Action by Reddit

Given Reddit's recent commitment to restrict mature content via its Data API, this action is unexpected. However, the reports claim that a Reddit admin claimed that they were "still discussing" whether this meant that mature content could no longer be uploaded using the API. In contrast, Imgur has adopted a different strategy by outlawing adult uploads in order to safeguard the success of their community and company. They think that the reputation of the image-hosting website and the security of its users are at stake due to explicit content. Reddit has made it plain that communities must be set to 18+ if they plan to submit NSFW content primarily. Some users may be concerned that this decision would make it easier for kids to access explicit content on the platform. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]Reddit Extends NSFW Image Uploads to Desktop Users: Why? | Tech Times Image credit- Tech Times[/caption]

Next, what?

A Reddit mod had an interesting reaction when asked if the platform will ever enable video uploads or if it was only for photographs. The business claimed that it is still debating internally whether or not to permit video uploads. Reddit's choice to permit NSFW picture uploads on the desktop appears to be a part of a larger initiative to offer a similar user experience across all devices. It will take time to see whether this choice will have an impact on its user base or revenue, but one thing is certain: Reddit is constantly changing and adapting to meet the requirements of its users.

Other News

According to a recent report, Reddit has been overrun with false sexual photos produced by text-to-image AI algorithms that are freely accessible to its 57 million active users. Models based on images of real people are used to make AI-generated pornography, frequently without the subjects' permission. An uncannily accurate replica of the person is created as a result, which can be shared and distributed without the person's knowledge or consent. According to recent reports, ten of the 14 subreddits devoted to AI-generated porn have been launched in the past two months alone. Also read: Image hosting site Imgur to remove explicit NSFW content in May 2023 Given Reddit's recent change regarding NSFW picture uploading, the subject is likely to be discussed more in the future.

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