A booru-style imageboard, often referred to as a “booru,” is a type of internet forum that focuses on the posting of images, often alongside text and discussion[1]. The name “booru” is derived from Danbooru, which was the first site of this type[2]. Booru-style imageboards are characterized by their non-hierarchical semantic structure, where users can post content, add tags, annotations, translations, artist commentary, and comments[1].

Unlike traditional imageboards, such as 4chan, where images are posted in threads and may be deleted after a short period, booru-style imageboards are essentially tag-based image archives[2]. This means that images remain in place indefinitely unless deleted by moderators[2]. Booru-style imageboards are often centered around anime and related content, but they can also cover a wide range of topics[2][3].

Some examples of booru-style imageboards include Danbooru, Gelbooru, and Moebooru[4]. These platforms allow users to browse, search, and share images related to various anime, manga, and video game franchises[5]. Booru-style imageboards have gained popularity due to their unique curation process and the ability for users to contribute to the organization and categorization of content[6].

Citations:

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imageboard

[2] https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/ImageBooru

[3] https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/posts.php?discussion=1336424266004560200&page=1

[4] https://github.com/rr-/szurubooru

[5] https://www.quora.com/What-is-Gelbooru

[6] https://cis.ua.edu/2019/11/25/cis-britt-takes-a-deep-dive-into-danbooru/