FAKKU Faces Payment Crisis: Adult Manga Giant Seeks New Solutions
FAKKU, one of the biggest names in the world of adult manga, has encountered a serious financial hurdle that is deeply affecting its publishing operations. According to an official statement from the company, their long-time payment processor closed FAKKU's account in the final months of 2025 without any prior warning. This situation has directly affected thousands of users who wish to purchase digital content or renew their subscriptions on the platform.
Founded in 2006 by Jacob Grady, FAKKU plays a pioneering role in the legitimacy of the industry, not only as a content platform but also through official licensing agreements with major publishers in Japan such as Wani Magazine. However, the adult content industry has frequently faced the issue of "de-banking" in recent years due to increasingly strict policies from financial institutions and credit card giants (such as Visa and Mastercard). FAKKU management stated that they are currently working meticulously on alternative payment channels and cryptocurrency options to address user grievances and resume transactions.
This development is seen as part of a broader industrial issue. In the past, platforms such as Pixiv, Fantia, and even OnlyFans have faced similar pressures, forcing them to resort to measures like content censorship or changing payment methods. The fact that a legal and licensed publisher like FAKKU has encountered such a barrier once again highlights how fragile the financial independence of digital content creators and publishers is. The company emphasized that they will update their technological infrastructure to overcome this process and provide new solutions to the community as soon as possible.
So, what awaits the readers and fans? FAKKU officials announced that the rights of existing subscribers are protected and that issues arising from the service interruption will be compensated. While new payment systems are expected to be implemented in the coming weeks, there is talk that this situation could accelerate the transition to more decentralized payment methods in the adult manga industry. It is recommended to check the platform's official social media accounts and announcement boards to follow the developments.
