All About Safe Words

Short & Sweet: All you need to know about safe words, plus the Top 10 most commonly used!

A safe word is a word or phrase used in certain sexual practices to indicate to your partner(s) that you want to stop. This word or phrase is agreed upon by all parties prior to the sexual activities.

The idea behind coming up with a safe word is choosing something that would not come up during intimate time for any other reason besides being a safe word. This ensures that it is absolutely clear to the others involved that the safe word means to stop immediately. Whether because you don’t like something, need a break and/or you aren’t comfortable with something.

A safe word means STOP. No exceptions. Consent is extremely necessary when it comes to safe and enjoyable intimate and sexual activities. It is very important to remember that consent can be taken away at any time during the encounter no matter how many times consent may have been given prior to.