Perhaps the most significant challenge facing this sector is content moderation. The "anything goes" era of early tube sites led to severe issues regarding non-consensual content and Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM). In recent years, pressure from payment processors (such as Visa and Mastercard) and governments has forced platforms like Xvideos to implement strict upload verification protocols. This includes requiring users to verify their identity and age to upload content, shifting the model from an open forum to a more regulated environment to ensure compliance with safety standards.