Check the condom package for damage and the expiration date
Open the package carefully with your hands, not teeth or sharp objects
Make sure the condom is the right side up before putting it on
Pinch the tip to leave space for semen
Place the condom on the erect penis before any genital contact
Roll the condom all the way down to the base of the penis
Use water-based or silicone-based lubricant if needed
Avoid oil-based lubricants with latex condoms
Keep the condom on during the entire time of sex
If the condom slips or breaks, stop and replace it immediately
After ejaculation, hold the condom at the base while withdrawing
Remove the condom carefully to avoid spilling semen
Tie the condom closed if desired and throw it in the trash
Use a new condom for each act of sex
Do not reuse condoms
Use condoms for vaginal, anal, and oral sex
Consider using condoms with other birth control methods for extra protection
Get tested regularly for sexually transmitted infections
Use condoms consistently and correctly every time you have sex