Working in the adult industry can be empowering, but it’s essential to stay smart, aware, and supported. Here are practical safety strategies every worker should know.
Screening & Boundaries
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Vet clients carefully: Use platforms like National Ugly Mugs (NUM) or ClientEye, request ID or a deposit, and do video calls before meeting. Trust your gut.
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Meet in safe spaces: Opt for public, well-lit venues like hotel lobbies or busy cafes. Avoid secluded locations unless you know the client well.
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Privacy & Tech Awareness
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Use a pseudonym, separate phone number or burner email, and never share your real address. Update privacy settings regularly and avoid revealing personal data online.
Buddy System & Emergency Prep
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Let someone trusted know your plans or use real-time location sharing apps like Google Maps or Kitestring.
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Consider a panic alarm, or arrange a check-in code-word system with a friend.
Community & Peer Tools
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Forums like Saafe (Support and Advice for Escorts) allow frontline workers to warn each other about dangerous clients, sharing real stories and survival tips.
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Stay plugged into sex-worker-led advocacy groups like SWOP‑USA or the Red Umbrella Project for peer support and protocols.
Trust Yourself...Always
Red flags aren’t microaggressions, they’re survival instincts. If a client missteps, talks over boundaries, or pushes past consent, exit. Re-evaluate your systems. Safety isn’t optional...it’s the baseline.