Berlin’s vibrant sex-positive scene has long been a hub for self-discovery and boundary-pushing expression, and now, the digital realm is catching up. Enter Xounds – a revolutionary audio erotica app designed to offer a safe, inclusive, and anonymous space for users to explore their deepest desires through sound. I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Cornelia, co-founder and CEO of Xounds, at the SxTech EU 2025 conference in Berlin, to learn more about this innovative platform.
Xounds was born from the energy and openness of Berlin’s sex-positive and queer party scenes. Cornelia and her co-founder were deeply inspired by the safer, exploratory environments created in these physical spaces. “We saw how people could actually explore their sexuality in a completely new way,” Cornelia explains. These real-world gatherings provided a framework for creating a digital platform where users could safely explore and share their intimate fantasies, free from the pressures and stereotypes of mainstream adult content.
For Cornelia, these spaces were not just places of sexual exploration but environments for self-discovery and unlearning societal norms around intimacy. “In these scenes, people are allowed to express themselves freely, without the constraints often imposed by traditional views on sexuality,” she adds. This realization led to the idea of creating a digital space where users could share their own stories, experiences, and fantasies without fear of judgment, providing a more authentic, user-driven alternative to mainstream platforms.
What sets Xounds apart in the rapidly growing audio erotica market is its emphasis on user-generated content. While other platforms focus on polished, pre-written scripts and studio-quality recordings, Xounds embraces amateur authenticity. Users can record and upload their own sounds, ranging from whispered confessions to full erotic scenarios, directly from their phones. This DIY approach allows for a broader spectrum of content, moving beyond traditional narratives and opening the door for more personalized, real-world fantasies.
This approach reflects a desire to break away from the uniformity of traditional adult content. “We realized that so much of what people have learned about intimacy comes from scripted, often unrealistic sources,” Cornelia says. Xounds aims to create a more diverse and inclusive library of content, reflecting the full range of human desires. Early feedback from their community confirmed that this more personal approach resonated deeply. “When you ask ten people what turns them on, you’ll get ten different answers,” she notes. This diversity is central to the Xounds ethos, encouraging users to explore and redefine their own desires.
One of the cornerstones of Xounds is its commitment to consent and safety. Unlike traditional platforms, Xounds uses AI technology not to generate content, but to verify it. Before uploading any audio, users must provide spoken consent, which is then cross-checked with the uploaded file to ensure the voices match. This multi-step verification process aims to prevent unauthorized sharing and maintain a trusted environment for creators and listeners alike.
This consent-first approach is a critical differentiator for Xounds. The platform’s AI-driven verification process not only ensures that content is authentic but also safeguards the privacy and autonomy of its users. “We didn’t want to create just another platform for erotic content. We wanted to create a safe, trusted space where people can share their most intimate thoughts and fantasies,” Cornelia emphasizes. This careful approach to content verification sets Xounds apart in a crowded market and reflects a broader commitment to ethical technology within the sex-positive community.
With the app now live, Cornelia and her team are focused on expanding their user base and pushing the boundaries of what audio erotica can be. As the market for intimate, user-driven content grows, Xounds is poised to lead the way, offering a platform where people can truly explore the full spectrum of their desires without judgment or restriction.
Cornelia sees a bright future for Xounds as it continues to grow and evolve. The platform’s focus on user-generated content and consent-driven design reflects a broader shift in how people want to experience intimacy. As more users discover the power of audio erotica, Xounds aims to become a leading voice in this emerging field, championing authentic, diverse, and meaningful connections through sound.
For those curious about diving into the world of audio erotica, Xounds offers a fresh, community-driven alternative that promises to reshape how we connect through sound.
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View the Panel Talk from the Xounds launch event.
View the Xounds Demo from the Xounds launch event.
Learn more about Xounds at xounds.de
