Authorities detained a content creator from Turkey after her content from OnlyFans was redistributed without her consent. This incident highlights the growing legal complexities digital content creators face in countries with strict online content regulations.
The model, known online as Gizem Bagdacicek (Gizem BAĞDAÇİÇEK), encountered serious legal hurdles following Turkey’s decision to outlaw OnlyFans in June 2023. Increasing concerns over the influence of adult-oriented content on social values in the country drove this decision. Gizem boasts more than 360,000 followers on Instagram and Twitter.
Gizem Bagdacicek, a 25-year-old social media influencer, found herself at the center of a legal storm when her content from OnlyFans appeared on another social media site. Bagdacicek, with 160 subscribers on OnlyFans, firmly stated to the police that she had not authorized the redistribution of her content.
In her statement, which was reported by The Daily Star, Bagdacicek clarified her online presence and activities. She mentioned that her posts often included lifestyle content and occasionally featured her in athletic or casual attire. She highlighted the exclusive nature of her OnlyFans account, emphasizing that the images in question were shared solely with her subscribers.
Despite the ban on OnlyFans in Turkey, Bagdacicek maintained that she had ceased posting new content on the platform. In light of these events, she is now considering legal action against individuals who have unauthorized copies or have shared her content from OnlyFans.
This case underscores the complex interaction between digital content creation, online platforms, and local laws. As online platforms like OnlyFans gain popularity, content creators like Bagdacicek face new challenges in navigating the legal landscapes of different countries.
According to local news outlets, she was later released from custody, but no update about the case against her has been provided. She’s back on Twitter posting regular updates so it will be interesting to see how this case plays out.
You can follow Gizem on Twitter (X) at @avokadoyesilii1.