Check the condom package for damage and the expiration date
Open the package carefully without using teeth or sharp objects
Make sure the penis is fully erect before putting the condom on
Pinch the tip of the condom to leave space for semen
Place the condom on the tip of the penis with the rolled edge on the outside
Unroll the condom all the way down to the base of the penis
If it does not unroll easily, it may be on backward; use a new condom
Smooth out any air bubbles
Use water-based or silicone-based lubricant if needed
After ejaculation, hold the condom at the base while withdrawing
Remove the condom carefully to avoid spilling semen
Tie it off, wrap it in tissue, and throw it in the trash
Use a new condom every time you have sex