Sisters, let's not be hypocrites when it comes to this...
We, rightfully, condemn and express our absolute disgust for the Muslim men who consume pornography and commit zina on the regular. And we should continue doing that. The fact that it is so normalized is truly heartbreaking, and many innocent muslim sisters suffer from these acts when these "men" get married to them.
However, we should not forget what is happening on the other side.
How many Muslim girls are reading inappropriate fanfiction, smutty books, or watching filthy movies? Can you actually defend that? Sure, maybe it’s not explicit porn—but let’s not act like it’s still permissible because it's "not that deep".
In the Qur'an, Allah says, "And do not approach unlawful sexual intercourse. Indeed, it is ever an immorality and is evil as a way" (17:32).
The key word is "approach" that Allah used - it’s about going near everything that slowly leads you down that path, and yes, that includes the kind of content you are consuming.
And even if you believe that you would never stoop so low as to commit zina yourself - remember that Shaytan didn't just ask Adam (A.S) to eat from the tree only once. And we all know what happened after that.
And, why do you enjoy consuming such content anyway? You do realize Allah is watching you, right? Do you think this would please Him? Because it's definitely pleasing Shaytan....
We can’t hold men accountable while also giving ourselves a free pass.
May Allah protect all of us and let us all try to do better, in any way we can. Ameen.