The Rise And Fall Of MrDeepfakes: Unpacking The Internet's Most Notorious Deepfake Porn Hub

Reilly Herman 24 Jun 2025

Introduction: A Digital Shadow Disappears

In the evolving landscape of the internet, where technological advancements often outpace ethical considerations, certain platforms emerge that push boundaries in disturbing ways. One such platform, MrDeepfakes, recently made headlines not for its controversial content, but for its abrupt disappearance. Announced to have shut down after a critical service provider withdrew its support, effectively halting its operations, the notorious AI-generated pornography site, MrDeepfakes, is no more. This closure marks a significant moment in the ongoing battle against non-consensual deepfake content, bringing an end to what was widely regarded as the internet's leading site for "deepfake" porn.

For years, MrDeepfakes operated as a prominent online hub, providing users with non-consensual, AI-generated deepfake pornography. Its shutdown, confirmed on a Monday, signified the cessation of a site that had become synonymous with the darker side of AI-generated media. The website, which once boasted a cartoon image seemingly resembling President Trump as part of its branding, has already gone offline, leaving behind a legacy of controversy and a stark reminder of the challenges in regulating digital content.

What Was MrDeepfakes? A Hub of Non-Consensual Deepfake Content

MrDeepfakes was not just another website; it was a massive online hub that carved out a significant niche in the world of AI-generated deepfake pornography. Billed by its operators as the "largest and most user-friendly" platform for celebrity deepfake pornography, it attracted millions of visitors monthly, cementing its status as the most popular site globally for this type of content.

The Platform's Scope and Scale

At its peak, MrDeepfakes was a colossal operation. It hosted tens of thousands of non-consensual and sometimes violent deepfake videos and images, with some reports indicating over 55,000 pieces of content. The site's reach was staggering, consistently getting millions of visits per month and accumulating close to 650,000 members. This immense popularity was a testament to the growing interest in deepfakes, as Google Search interest in deepfakes and deepfake pornography had increased significantly since early 2021, coinciding with MrDeepfakes' growth.