✓Quick Takeaways
- OnlyFans has 200+ restricted words across 11 categories — and refuses to publish the official list.
- Messages with restricted words get silently deleted. Your subscriber never sees them.
- The filter has zero context — "young adult" about books triggers it just like "young" about age.
- Character substitution (m33t, ch*ke) gets caught by AI and can permanently ban you.
- Subscribers can use restricted words freely. Only creators are filtered.
- Bio, posts, DMs, and captions each handle restrictions differently.
- The biggest risk isn't the filter — it's trying to trick it.
You typed a message to a subscriber. Hit send. It vanished. No error. No warning. Your subscriber never received it — and you didn't know until they asked why you were ignoring them. That's how OnlyFans restricted words work in chat. The platform silently deletes messages containing flagged terms, and it won't tell you which word triggered it. I've watched our chatting team spend 15 minutes rewriting a single DM — deleting words one by one — because OF gives you zero clues. And when a creator asked support for the full restricted word list? Their response: "This is not an item for disclosure." So creators built the list themselves. This guide has the full 200+ restricted words organized by category, where each restriction applies, what to say instead, and what actually gets you banned.
What Are OnlyFans Restricted Words?
OnlyFans restricted words are terms the platform automatically flags or blocks in creator content. Use one in your bio, and you'll see a red "input contains restricted words" error. Use one in a DM, and the message silently disappears — your subscriber never receives it. OF built this filter for legal reasons. Terms tied to minors, non-consent, and extreme violence could expose the platform to lawsuits. But the filter catches way more than illegal content — words like "meet," "golden," and "school" are blocked because of secondary meanings. OnlyFans won't publish the official list. When a creator asked support for it, they said it's "not an item for disclosure." Every list online — including this one — is crowdsourced by creators through trial and error. If you're just setting up your OnlyFans, learn these rules early.
Subscribers can use restricted words freely — only creators are filtered. When a fan asks about a restricted topic, you can't even type the word back to decline. Saying "I don't do choking" triggers the filter because "choking" is in your message.
restricted words across 11 categories
Creator community (crowdsourced)
words OF has officially confirmed
OnlyFans support response
of filtering applies to creators only — not subscribers
Full OnlyFans Restricted Words List (2025)
This list is compiled from creator reports, community forums, and third-party checker tools. OnlyFans updates it without notice — words get added and removed silently. The count varies from 180 to 225 depending on the source, because different creators hit different triggers at different times. I've organized these by category so you understand why each word is blocked — not just memorize a random list. Where possible, I've included safe alternatives.
Non-Consent (20+ words)
rape, force, forced, kidnap, abduct, molest, coerce, blackmail, unwilling, non-consensual, assault, grope, violate, exploit, chloroform, roofie, rohypnol, incapacitate, captive, hostage, restrain. No safe alternatives — avoid entirely. If a subscriber asks, redirect: "That's not something I offer — check my menu for what I do."
Age-Related (15+ words)
teen, young, child, preteen, underage, minor, jailbait, lolicon, eleven, twelve, thirteen, fourteen, fifteen, sixteen, juvenile. No alternatives — these are hard blocks. Even "young adult" in a conversation about books gets flagged.
Violence & Injury (15+ words)
choke, choking, strangle, suffocate, asphyxiate, torture, mutilate, snuff, bloodplay, blood, stab, kill, murder, dismember, gore. Community workaround for choking: "hand necklace" or "breath play" — though these may get added over time.
BDSM & Extreme (12+ words)
flogging, caning, fisting, CBT, ballbusting, whipping, paddling, branding, needle, electro, trampling, gagging. Safe alternatives: "impact play" for flogging/whipping, "sensation play" for needle/electro. This category hits BDSM creators hardest — you can't discuss your own niche.
Drugs & Intoxication (10+ words)
drunk, drinking, intoxicated, wasted, high, stoned, comatose, sedated, passed out, unconscious. These exist because content depicting intoxicated people raises consent questions. Even "let's grab a drink" can trigger the filter.
Bodily Functions (10+ words)
scat, watersports, pee, poop, vomit, enema, golden, showers, diaper, toilet, urine, feces. "Golden" catches the most creators off guard — you can't say "golden hour" or "golden retriever" without triggering the filter.
Animal-Related (7+ words)
bestiality, zoophilia, farm, dog, horse, animal, pet. "Dog" and "farm" trip up creators constantly. You can't casually mention your dog in a message without getting flagged.
Sex Work Terms (10+ words)
escort, hooker, prostitute, prostitution, meet, meetup, PSE, GFE, call girl, brothel, solicitation. "Meet" is the biggest pain point — even "nice to meet you" gets flagged. Safe alternative: "connect with" or just skip the word.
Competitor Platforms (8+ words)
Fansly, ManyVids, Fancentro, AdmireMe, Chaturbate, Pornhub, Patreon, JustForFans. OF doesn't want you sending subscribers elsewhere. For platform comparisons, check our Fansly vs OnlyFans breakdown instead of mentioning competitors in DMs.
Off-Platform Payments (8+ words)
PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, Zelle, Bitcoin, crypto, Western Union, wire transfer. OF takes 20% of all transactions — they block any attempt to move payments off-platform. One creator got flagged retroactively for old messages mentioning CashApp.
Hate Speech & Slurs
Racial slurs, discriminatory language, and targeted harassment terms. I'm not listing these individually, but the category covers terms targeting race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, and sexual orientation. These violations are treated most severely — they can trigger immediate termination.
This list changes without notice. Words get added and removed silently. A message that worked last month might get flagged today. Always check your content before posting — especially mass messages going to hundreds of subscribers.
Where OnlyFans Restricted Words Apply
The filter doesn't work the same everywhere on the platform. This is where most creators get confused — they assume if something works in a post, it'll work in a DM. It won't. The biggest difference: posts and bios show you an error. Messages just silently disappear. Your chatting team needs to understand this — a deleted PPV message means lost revenue you'll never know about.
| Platform Area | What Happens | Warning Given? | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bio / About section | Red outline error, won't save | Yes — "input contains restricted words" | Can't update your profile until you remove it |
| Post captions | Error prevents publishing | Yes — same red outline | Post won't go live until the word is removed |
| DMs / Chat | Message silently deleted | No — looks sent on your end | Subscriber never receives it. You lose the sale. |
| Mass messages | Silently deleted for all recipients | No warning at all | Hundreds of subscribers miss your PPV offer |
| Username | Account flagged or suspended | Sometimes retroactive | One creator's 2-year username was suddenly flagged |
Source: Creator community reports, 2025. Enforcement behavior may vary.
"Input Contains Restricted Words" — How to Fix It
You'll see this error as a red outline around your text field — usually in your bio or post caption. OF tells you something's wrong but won't highlight which word caused it. Creators call this "the guessing game." One posted on Reddit: "Can someone please help me find the restricted word? I'm going crazy!" Another edited her caption over and over until she realized "squirt" was the trigger. Here's the fastest way to find the problem. If you're writing your OnlyFans bio or post captions, this saves hours of frustration:
You can also paste your text into a free restricted word checker tool before posting. Tools like Enforcity and SuperCreator scan your content against known restricted words and flag them instantly — saving you the binary search.
Copy your full text somewhere safe
Paste it into Notes, Google Docs, or anywhere outside OnlyFans. You'll need the original when you find the word.
Delete the bottom half of your text
Remove roughly half the content from the OnlyFans input field and try saving again.
Check if the error clears
If it disappears, the restricted word is in the half you deleted. If it stays, the word is in what remains.
Keep splitting and testing
Take the half containing the word, split it again, repeat. Three to four rounds usually isolates it.
Replace and restore
Swap the restricted word with a safe alternative from the list above, then paste back your full content with the fix.
The Repetition Trap: Why Declining Still Triggers the Filter
This catches even experienced creators. A subscriber asks for something involving a restricted topic. You want to say no. So you type: "I don't do choking." Your message gets deleted. The filter doesn't understand context. It doesn't know you're declining a request — it just sees "choking" and blocks your message. The same thing happens with "I can't meet you," "I don't do escort services," or "no underage content." This matters most for chatting teams managing DMs. When a subscriber sends a restricted request, here's what works:
- Don't repeat the word — even to say no. "I don't offer that" works without triggering anything.
- Redirect instead of decline. "That's not my thing — but here's what I do offer" keeps the conversation and the sale alive.
- If a fan uses restricted words in their message, don't quote them back. Respond to the intent, not the exact words.
- For chatting teams: build a standard list of redirect phrases. Train on these before giving anyone DM access.
Can You Get Around OnlyFans Restricted Words?
Short answer: don't try. The creators who get permanently banned aren't usually the ones who accidentally used a restricted word. They're the ones who tried to outsmart the filter. We saw this firsthand. A creator we work with was previously with a different agency — a bad one. Their chatters used character substitution and creative spelling to dodge the filter. OF caught it, and the creator's account was suspended. She hadn't typed a single message herself.
Trying to trick the filter is treated more harshly than accidentally using a restricted word. An accidental slip gets a warning. Intentional evasion can get you permanently banned on the first offense.
✓Pros
- Paste text into a restricted word checker before posting
- Use safe alternative phrases from the category list above
- Redirect conversations away from restricted topics entirely
- Use binary elimination to find which word triggers the error
✕Cons
- Character substitution like m33t, ch*ke, or h00k@r — OF's AI catches these and treats them as intentional evasion
- Special characters like pi$$ or @ss — same detection, same risk
- Creative misspellings — the AI adapts over time and flags new variations
- Saying restricted words in audio or video — OF scans captions and tags, and may expand to audio detection
What Happens When You Use Restricted Words
Consequences aren't always the same. A single accidental restricted word in a caption usually just blocks the post. But repeated violations — or intentional evasion — trigger an escalation path that can end your account. Here's how it typically plays out based on what creators have reported. For a deeper look at the legal side, see our guide on OnlyFans legal risks:
Silent removal
Your message gets deleted (DMs) or your post won't save (captions/bio). No formal warning. Most creators experience this and move on without even realizing it happened.
Formal warning
OF sends a notification that your content violated their Terms of Service. This goes on your account record. One creator reported waking up to 17 flags at once — all from captions referencing an imaginary person.
Temporary suspension
Your account gets locked for review. You can't post, message, or earn during this period. Reviews can take days to weeks depending on severity.
Shadowban
Your content stops appearing in OF search and recommendations. You won't get a notification — you'll just notice engagement dropping. This is the hardest to detect and the most damaging to income.
Permanent termination
Account deleted. Remaining funds may be withheld. Appeals go through creators@onlyfans.com, but reinstatement is described as rare. And the daily appeal limit means you can't contest all violations at once if you have multiple flags.
OnlyFans AI Content Rules You Should Know
Most restricted word guides completely ignore this, but OnlyFans updated their terms to address AI-generated content. With the TAKE IT DOWN Act going into effect in 2025, platforms face real legal pressure around AI content. If you're using AI tools for content creation, read our AI OnlyFans income guide for the full picture. Here are the rules that connect directly to content restrictions:
AI content must be labeled
Any AI-generated or AI-assisted content requires the #ai hashtag. This isn't optional — it's a terms of service requirement. Unlabeled AI content is treated as a content violation.
Only the verified creator can appear
AI content must feature the verified account holder. You can't create AI content depicting fictional people, celebrities, or other creators. This ties directly into non-consent and identity protection rules.
Deepfakes are banned
Non-consensual intimate images — including AI-generated or manipulated ones — are prohibited. The TAKE IT DOWN Act makes this a federal crime, and OF actively enforces it.
AI face-swapping is restricted
You can't use AI to replace faces in content. Even if the body is yours, swapping the face triggers the same restrictions as creating content of someone else without consent.
The AI content space is changing fast. These rules were current when this article was last verified. Check OnlyFans' terms directly for the latest policies.
Mini Case Study: Bad Agency Got a Creator Suspended
Creator: Established creator with growing subscriber base
Situation: A creator was working with a different agency before joining B9. Their chatting team had no training on OnlyFans content rules or restricted word policies.
Action: The agency's chatters told a subscriber that the creator was underage — violating one of OF's hardest content restrictions. The filter flagged the conversation and OnlyFans escalated immediately.
Result: The creator's account was suspended. She hadn't typed a single message herself — the agency's untrained team triggered it. This is why we train every chatter on restricted words before they touch a single DM.
Mistakes to Avoid
✕ Using character substitution to dodge the filter
Replacing letters with numbers or symbols (m33t, ch*ke, h00k@r) feels clever but OF's AI catches it. Intentional evasion is treated more harshly than accidental use — it can get you permanently banned on the first offense.
✕ Letting untrained people manage your DMs
If you have chatters or an agency managing your messages, they need to know the restricted words list before they touch your account. One wrong message from your team gets flagged on your account — not theirs.
✕ Repeating the restricted word to decline a request
When a subscriber asks for something involving a restricted term, don't type the word back — even to say no. 'I don't do choking' gets deleted because 'choking' is in your message. Say 'I don't offer that — check my menu' instead.
✕ Ignoring old content after list updates
OF updates the restricted words list without notice and applies changes retroactively. Messages and captions that were fine last month can get flagged today. One creator woke up to 17 flags overnight — all from existing captions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Summary
OnlyFans restricted words exist for legal compliance — and honestly, the filter works well most of the time. The 200+ words across 11 categories are easy to avoid once you know them. The real danger isn't the filter itself. It's trying to trick it with character swaps, or letting an untrained team manage your DMs without knowing the rules. Keep a checker tool bookmarked. Train anyone who touches your messages. And if you want a team that already handles compliance without losing sales, see what to look for in an agency.
