GITNUXREPORT 2025

Porn Use Statistics

Pornography usage heavily impacts teens, relationships, and sexual attitudes worldwide.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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Key Statistics

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The turn-on factors for viewers include categories like “voyeur,” “MILF,” and “amateur,” according to search data

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There is a rising trend of integrating virtual reality in pornography, with VR content increasing over 600% annually

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The popularity of adult content on platforms like OnlyFans has contributed to a resurgence in user-generated adult media, with millions of content creators

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Over 4.4 million regular users of Pornhub, one of the largest adult websites

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70% of young men and 30% of young women report viewing pornography

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The typical age at which men are first exposed to pornography is about 12-13 years old

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About 30% of men aged 18-30 report viewing porn daily

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Females aged 16-24 have shown a 20% increase in pornography consumption over the past decade

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Roughly 35% of men aged 50-69 report watching pornography regularly

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The average age of first exposure for girls is slightly higher, around 13-14 years old

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About 66% of men and 37% of women report that pornography usage is a normal part of their sexual life

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Over 50% of users report feeling that pornography use has negatively affected their real-life relationships

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The use of pornography is linked to early sexual activity in adolescents

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About 77% of men and 54% of women believe pornography can be addictive

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Regular consumption of pornography is associated with higher rates of relationship dissatisfaction

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Pornography has been shown to influence attitudes towards sex and consent, with exposure leading to more permissive attitudes

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58% of men and 34% of women report that watching porn helps them relax

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Approximately 28% of men aged 18-49 agree that pornography is an acceptable part of their lives

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Of those who watch pornography, roughly 15% report that it causes significant personal problems, including compulsive use

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The percentage of users who report feeling shame or guilt about their pornography use is around 45%

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Studies show that heavy pornography use correlates with desensitization to sexual content, leading to the need for more extreme material

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There is evidence suggesting that frequent pornography consumption may interfere with academic or work performance, with 20-30% of users reporting such issues

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The majority of research indicates opening for open discussions about healthy sexuality in schools can reduce risky behaviors and exposure to pornography

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Approximately 35% of internet searches are related to pornography

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The average age at which individuals first view pornography is 11 years old

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Men are more likely than women to watch pornography, with approximately 90% of men and 60% of women reporting viewing it at some point

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Approximately 80% of 15- to 16-year-olds in the UK have viewed pornography

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Pornography consumption has increased by nearly 20% during the COVID-19 pandemic period

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The majority of viewers find pornography more accessible than ever due to smartphones and free online content

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65% of college-aged men report viewing pornography at least once a week

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The consumption of pornography on mobile devices accounts for over 70% of total traffic

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About 80% of young teens encounter online pornography accidentally or intentionally

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Nearly 4 out of 10 teens report viewing pornography at least monthly

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9% of internet users globally access adult content daily

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Over 14 million unique visitors access Pornhub in the United States alone each month

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The number of searches for “porn” on Google increased by roughly 20% over the past five years

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Nearly 90% of users have accessed pornography online via smartphones

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The most searched-for categories include “MILF,” “teen,” and “hentai,” with billions of searches annually

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61% of teenagers have been exposed to online pornography before the age of 15

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The frequency of pornography use among athletes is higher than among non-athletes, with some studies indicating up to 80% usage

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The number of people seeking help for pornography addiction has increased by over 70% in the past five years

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Educational programs addressing healthy sexuality are often less than 20% in school curricula, leading to higher exposure among adolescents

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The average earnings derived from adult websites generate billions in revenue annually globally

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The percentage of U.S. households with internet that access adult content is around 75%

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Approximately 80% of pornography viewers report using the internet to access adult content, particularly on personal devices

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The majority of pornographic content consumed by users is streamed or downloaded from free sites rather than paid services

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The share of teenagers who view online pornography at least once a month has increased by over 25% in the last decade

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Approximately 2.5 billion pornographic video searches are conducted globally each year

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The average viewer spends about 90 minutes per week watching pornography

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The average duration of a porn viewing session is about 6 minutes

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The average American spends over 5 hours per week consuming adult content

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The average number of hours spent on adult websites per visitor is approximately 11 minutes per session

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About 65% of male college students report viewing pornography regularly

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The percentage of internet users who view porn daily has increased by nearly 15% over the last decade

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The average duration of porn consumption sessions tends to be between 7 and 10 minutes, depending on the study

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The typical frequency of pornography consumption among college students ranges from weekly to daily, depending on individual

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Approximately 52% of teenagers who have viewed pornography use it as a way to explore their sexuality

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43% of women aged 18-24 report viewing pornography at least once a week

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45% of men and 24% of women admit to frequently viewing pornography

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In some surveys, over 25% of men aged 18-34 report watching pornography more than once per day

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Key Highlights

  • Approximately 35% of internet searches are related to pornography
  • The average age at which individuals first view pornography is 11 years old
  • Over 4.4 million regular users of Pornhub, one of the largest adult websites
  • Men are more likely than women to watch pornography, with approximately 90% of men and 60% of women reporting viewing it at some point
  • The average viewer spends about 90 minutes per week watching pornography
  • 70% of young men and 30% of young women report viewing pornography
  • Approximately 80% of 15- to 16-year-olds in the UK have viewed pornography
  • Pornography consumption has increased by nearly 20% during the COVID-19 pandemic period
  • The typical age at which men are first exposed to pornography is about 12-13 years old
  • Over 50% of users report feeling that pornography use has negatively affected their real-life relationships
  • About 30% of men aged 18-30 report viewing porn daily
  • The majority of viewers find pornography more accessible than ever due to smartphones and free online content
  • The use of pornography is linked to early sexual activity in adolescents

With over 35% of internet searches revolving around pornography and the average first exposure occurring around age 12, the pervasive presence of adult content is reshaping young minds, relationships, and societal perceptions of sexuality.

Content Trends and Search Behaviors

  • The turn-on factors for viewers include categories like “voyeur,” “MILF,” and “amateur,” according to search data
  • There is a rising trend of integrating virtual reality in pornography, with VR content increasing over 600% annually
  • The popularity of adult content on platforms like OnlyFans has contributed to a resurgence in user-generated adult media, with millions of content creators

Content Trends and Search Behaviors Interpretation

The evolving landscape of adult entertainment reveals a diverse appetite—from voyeuristic pleasures and mature allure to amateur authenticity—bolstered by a VR revolution skyrocketing at over 600% annually and driven by a booming community of content creators on platforms like OnlyFans, reflecting a shift toward more immersive and personalized experiences that blur the line between consumer and creator.

Demographics and Viewer Profiles

  • Over 4.4 million regular users of Pornhub, one of the largest adult websites
  • 70% of young men and 30% of young women report viewing pornography
  • The typical age at which men are first exposed to pornography is about 12-13 years old
  • About 30% of men aged 18-30 report viewing porn daily
  • Females aged 16-24 have shown a 20% increase in pornography consumption over the past decade
  • Roughly 35% of men aged 50-69 report watching pornography regularly
  • The average age of first exposure for girls is slightly higher, around 13-14 years old
  • About 66% of men and 37% of women report that pornography usage is a normal part of their sexual life

Demographics and Viewer Profiles Interpretation

With millions of users across generations and genders, the stark reality is that pornography has become a normalized, if complex, facet of modern sexuality—raising essential questions about early exposure, gender differences, and the evolving perceptions of intimacy.

Impact and Attitudes

  • Over 50% of users report feeling that pornography use has negatively affected their real-life relationships
  • The use of pornography is linked to early sexual activity in adolescents
  • About 77% of men and 54% of women believe pornography can be addictive
  • Regular consumption of pornography is associated with higher rates of relationship dissatisfaction
  • Pornography has been shown to influence attitudes towards sex and consent, with exposure leading to more permissive attitudes
  • 58% of men and 34% of women report that watching porn helps them relax
  • Approximately 28% of men aged 18-49 agree that pornography is an acceptable part of their lives
  • Of those who watch pornography, roughly 15% report that it causes significant personal problems, including compulsive use
  • The percentage of users who report feeling shame or guilt about their pornography use is around 45%
  • Studies show that heavy pornography use correlates with desensitization to sexual content, leading to the need for more extreme material
  • There is evidence suggesting that frequent pornography consumption may interfere with academic or work performance, with 20-30% of users reporting such issues
  • The majority of research indicates opening for open discussions about healthy sexuality in schools can reduce risky behaviors and exposure to pornography

Impact and Attitudes Interpretation

While over half of pornography users acknowledge its detrimental impact on relationships and nearly half feel ashamed or guilty, the widespread perception of its potential addictiveness and influence on attitudes underscores the urgent need for open, informed discussions about healthy sexuality to mitigate personal and societal risks.

Prevalence and Accessibility

  • Approximately 35% of internet searches are related to pornography
  • The average age at which individuals first view pornography is 11 years old
  • Men are more likely than women to watch pornography, with approximately 90% of men and 60% of women reporting viewing it at some point
  • Approximately 80% of 15- to 16-year-olds in the UK have viewed pornography
  • Pornography consumption has increased by nearly 20% during the COVID-19 pandemic period
  • The majority of viewers find pornography more accessible than ever due to smartphones and free online content
  • 65% of college-aged men report viewing pornography at least once a week
  • The consumption of pornography on mobile devices accounts for over 70% of total traffic
  • About 80% of young teens encounter online pornography accidentally or intentionally
  • Nearly 4 out of 10 teens report viewing pornography at least monthly
  • 9% of internet users globally access adult content daily
  • Over 14 million unique visitors access Pornhub in the United States alone each month
  • The number of searches for “porn” on Google increased by roughly 20% over the past five years
  • Nearly 90% of users have accessed pornography online via smartphones
  • The most searched-for categories include “MILF,” “teen,” and “hentai,” with billions of searches annually
  • 61% of teenagers have been exposed to online pornography before the age of 15
  • The frequency of pornography use among athletes is higher than among non-athletes, with some studies indicating up to 80% usage
  • The number of people seeking help for pornography addiction has increased by over 70% in the past five years
  • Educational programs addressing healthy sexuality are often less than 20% in school curricula, leading to higher exposure among adolescents
  • The average earnings derived from adult websites generate billions in revenue annually globally
  • The percentage of U.S. households with internet that access adult content is around 75%
  • Approximately 80% of pornography viewers report using the internet to access adult content, particularly on personal devices
  • The majority of pornographic content consumed by users is streamed or downloaded from free sites rather than paid services
  • The share of teenagers who view online pornography at least once a month has increased by over 25% in the last decade
  • Approximately 2.5 billion pornographic video searches are conducted globally each year

Prevalence and Accessibility Interpretation

With nearly 35% of internet searches hopping into the adult content rabbit hole, it's clear that our digital age has turned porn into the most accessible and frequently explored chapter of the internet, raising urgent questions about early exposure, mental health, and education—especially when half of teenagers stumble upon it before they even reach middle school.

Usage Patterns and Duration

  • The average viewer spends about 90 minutes per week watching pornography
  • The average duration of a porn viewing session is about 6 minutes
  • The average American spends over 5 hours per week consuming adult content
  • The average number of hours spent on adult websites per visitor is approximately 11 minutes per session
  • About 65% of male college students report viewing pornography regularly
  • The percentage of internet users who view porn daily has increased by nearly 15% over the last decade
  • The average duration of porn consumption sessions tends to be between 7 and 10 minutes, depending on the study
  • The typical frequency of pornography consumption among college students ranges from weekly to daily, depending on individual

Usage Patterns and Duration Interpretation

While the average American spends over five hours a week immersed in adult content—most sessions lasting just 6 to 10 minutes—it underscores a culture where brief but frequent encounters with pornography are becoming a normative part of digital life.

Viewer Profiles

  • Approximately 52% of teenagers who have viewed pornography use it as a way to explore their sexuality
  • 43% of women aged 18-24 report viewing pornography at least once a week
  • 45% of men and 24% of women admit to frequently viewing pornography
  • In some surveys, over 25% of men aged 18-34 report watching pornography more than once per day

Viewer Profiles Interpretation

While a significant portion of young adults turn to pornography as a form of sexual exploration, the prevalent and often frequent consumption underscores the need for nuanced conversations about healthy sexuality and realistic expectations in today's digital age.