Once viewed as a small niche in the world of adult entertainment, camming became 'the engine of the porn industry', according to Alec Helmy, the publisher of XBIZ, a sex-trade industry journal. Webcam models are predominantly women, and also include noted performers of all genders and sexualities. While most display nudity and sexually provocative behavior, some choose to remain mostly clothed and merely talk about various topics, while still soliciting payment as tips from their fans. Īs many webcam models operate from their homes, they are free to choose the amount of sexual content for their broadcasts. They hence have no need for pimps (which can be seen by prostitutes as 'protectors'), and can work independently, or with a partner. Unlike other sex work (such as street prostitution), webcam models operate from the safety of their home, or a studio. They may also sell videos of their performances. A webcam model often performs erotic acts online, such as stripping, masturbation, or sex acts in exchange for money, goods, or attention.
A webcam model ( colloquial gender-neutral: cammodel female: camgirl male: camboy) is a video performer who streams on the Internet with a live webcam broadcast.
