Check the expiration date and package for damage
Open the package carefully without using teeth or sharp objects
Make sure the condom is the right size and not inside out
Pinch the tip to leave space for semen
Place the condom on the tip of the erect penis before any genital contact
Roll it down to the base of the penis
Use water-based or silicone-based lubricant if needed
Avoid oil-based lubricants with latex condoms
Hold the condom at the base during withdrawal after ejaculation
Withdraw while the penis is still erect
Remove the condom carefully without spilling semen
Tie it off, wrap it in tissue, and throw it in the trash
Use a new condom every time you have sex
Never reuse a condom
Do not use two condoms at once
Stop and replace the condom if it breaks, slips off, or is damaged