What does Safeword mean?

A safeword is a pre-arranged signal — a word or gesture — that any partner can use to slow down or stop play instantly. It is the backbone of safe kink and power exchange.

A common system is the traffic-light model: red to stop, yellow to ease off or check in, green to continue. Picking a word that would not come up naturally avoids confusion.

Honoring a safeword without hesitation or judgment is non-negotiable. It is what makes intense play possible, because everyone knows they can stop at any moment.