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26-week composite history
Metric breakdown
“Trust” measures transparency and accountability signals — published policies, DMCA/contact pages, domain history. It is not a guarantee of safety; use your own judgment and protection.
Features & pricing
- Free access
- Free access is limited — roughly 68% of the content is free to watch.
- Signup
- No account is needed for basic viewing.
- Mobile
- The mobile experience scores 80/100 in our tests.
Content categories
Tracked in
Category performance
What the numbers mean
The 26-week composite currently reads 65.1, up modestly from the previous 64.3. That's a small positive move within a tight band — the period high was 66.2 and the low 63.7, so the site has been remarkably steady rather than volatile. There's no dramatic swing to explain; it's a platform holding its position.
The strongest category is its only ranked one: Hentai, at 63.1, placing it #23 of 44. Within that, the numbers cluster into a clear profile — ad quietness is a perfect 100 and browse/filters lead the substance at 71, while library depth (50), quality (62), freshness (64) and player (62) are more middling.
Two figures anchor the score down. Trust sits at 44, and library depth at 50 — both signalling that this is a competent free browser rather than a category leader. The perfect ad score and the strong mobile figure (80) are what pull the overall back up toward mid-60s.
Confidence & data notes
Confidence varies a lot by metric. The most reliable signals are measured directly: ad level (95, observed), mobile (95, observed) and trust (85, derived). Our browser test on Aug 10, 2026 confirmed the ad picture — 0 popups, no redirects, LCP about 2,372ms.
Quality (45), player (45) and freshness (45), library (60) and freeShare (60).
The trust figure measures transparency and accountability signals — published policies, contact/DMCA presence, domain history — not whether the site is 'safe.' A 44 means those signals are light, not that the platform is dangerous.
Does Danbooru have Hentai galleries?
Yes, Hentai forms the central niche on Danbooru, with galleries and tags built specifically around that category. Visitors seeking this style of artwork will find the site aligned with their interests. The focus stays narrow rather than spreading across unrelated adult genres.
How much of Danbooru is free?
Approximately 68 percent of Danbooru can be enjoyed free of charge, and casual users face no mandatory signup. Advertising remains minimal, keeping the free experience clean. Specific paid-plan costs could not be confirmed, so free browsing defines the everyday visit.
Can I trust Danbooru?
Transparency signals on Danbooru support a legitimate appearance common to established boards, yet they never equal a blanket safety promise. Users should still browse responsibly and safeguard personal information. That balanced view matches how reviewers treat similar adult directories.
Sites like Danbooru worth trying?
Strong alternatives are FurAffinity, E621, Rule 34, and ExHentai. Each delivers niche illustrated content that overlaps with Danbooru’s audience. Comparing free access and community features helps identify the best backup or companion site for your needs.
FAQ
What does the 64.7 Verdict Index mean?
It's a composite of our lens scores — a mid-60s result reflecting strong ad-quietness and mobile offset by a mid library and low transparency signals.
Is the score trending up or down?
Gently up: 65.1 now versus 64.3 previously, inside a tight 63.7–66.2 range over 26 weeks.
Which numbers are actually measured?
Ad level, mobile and trust are measured or derived; library, quality, freshness and player are estimated.
Does a trust score of 44 mean it's unsafe?
No. Trust measures published transparency and accountability signals, not safety — 44 means those signals are limited.
