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Basic D/s Contract Contract

A straightforward Dominant/submissive agreement covering the essentials of power exchange.

A basic D/s contract is the single most versatile starting point for any power exchange relationship. Whether you are exploring Dominance and submission for the first time or you have years of experience and simply want a clean, adaptable template, this agreement covers every essential section: roles and responsibilities, rules, limits, safewords, punishments, rewards, aftercare, and termination terms.

What makes this contract especially useful is its flexibility. It does not assume a specific gender dynamic, intensity level, or lifestyle commitment. You can use it for weekend-only play, a structured bedroom dynamic, or as the foundation for something deeper. Every clause is written to be customised. Swap titles, adjust rules, add or remove sections to fit the relationship you are actually building.

The included sections walk you through the negotiation process step by step, so nothing critical gets overlooked. From setting safewords to defining aftercare expectations, this basic D/s contract template gives both partners a shared reference point that builds trust and clarity from the very first conversation.

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Basic D/s Agreement

Between ________ (Sir) and ________ (submissive)

This contract is a personal agreement built on trust. It is not legally binding. Either party may withdraw consent at any time.

1.Purpose & Preamble

This Dominance and submission Agreement is entered into freely and voluntarily by both parties. It establishes the framework of a consensual power-exchange relationship built on trust, communication, and mutual respect. Both parties acknowledge that this agreement carries no legal weight and exists solely as a symbol of shared commitment. Either party may withdraw consent at any time, for any reason, without penalty. The foundation of this dynamic is the willing surrender of authority by the submissive to the Dominant, and the Dominant's solemn acceptance of the responsibility that accompanies that gift.

2.Roles & Responsibilities

Sir's responsibilities

  • Provide consistent leadership, structure, and direction within the agreed boundaries of this dynamic.
  • Prioritise the physical, emotional, and psychological safety of the submissive at all times.
  • Communicate expectations clearly and give the submissive a fair opportunity to meet them.
  • Acknowledge and reward good behaviour, effort, and growth.
  • Administer discipline fairly, never in anger, and always within negotiated limits.
  • Remain open to feedback, renegotiation, and honest conversation about the state of the dynamic.
  • Continue personal education on risk-aware consensual practices.

submissive's responsibilities

  • Obey the Dominant's instructions promptly and respectfully within the agreed scope of authority.
  • Communicate honestly about physical and emotional states, limits, and concerns.
  • Use the agreed safeword system without hesitation whenever necessary.
  • Maintain personal health, hygiene, and well-being as a reflection of devotion to the dynamic.
  • Approach service and submission with sincerity, effort, and a willingness to learn.
  • Refrain from topping from the bottom while still advocating for personal safety.
  • Keep a journal or log as requested to support reflection and growth.

3.Duration & Review

Duration

6 months

Review schedule

Monthly

4.Limits & Boundaries

Hard limits

Both parties have disclosed their hard limits in a separate negotiation document. Hard limits are absolute and will never be tested, pushed, or violated under any circumstances. Any attempt to override a hard limit constitutes grounds for immediate termination of this agreement.

Soft limits

Soft limits have been discussed and documented separately. They represent areas of curiosity tempered by apprehension and may be explored only with explicit, in-the-moment verbal consent. Exploration of soft limits will proceed gradually, with thorough check-ins before, during, and after.

Health disclosures

Both parties have shared all relevant medical conditions, medications, allergies, and mental-health considerations that could affect safe play. Each party commits to updating the other promptly if health circumstances change.

5.Safewords & Signals

Verbal

Red / Yellow / Green traffic light system

Non-verbal

Dropping a held object (keys or ball) signals full stop

Notes

Safewords are honoured immediately without question or consequence. Use of a safeword is an act of trust, never a failure. After any safeword, play pauses or stops and aftercare begins at once.

6.Rules & Protocols

  1. 1.Address the Dominant as "Sir" at all times during dynamic interactions, whether in person or via message.
  2. 2.Send a good-morning text by 9 a.m. each day that includes a greeting, current mood, and one thing the submissive is grateful for.
  3. 3.Send a goodnight message each evening confirming all daily tasks are complete.
  4. 4.Ask permission before orgasm. Orgasms taken without explicit verbal permission are considered violations.
  5. 5.Maintain respectful language and tone at all times. Disagreements are raised calmly and privately, never with sarcasm, shouting, or public undermining.
  6. 6.Complete all assigned tasks by the stated deadline. If a task cannot be completed, notify the Dominant as early as possible with an honest explanation.
  7. 7.Wear the agreed day collar whenever outside the home as a symbol of commitment.
  8. 8.Keep a daily submissive journal: minimum three sentences reflecting on the dynamic, personal growth, or feelings.
  9. 9.Present for weekly in-person or video check-in every Sunday at the agreed time, prepared to discuss highs, lows, and any needed adjustments.
  10. 10.Maintain agreed standards of personal grooming, fitness, and self-care as outlined in the separate grooming addendum.

7.Punishments & Consequences

  • Writing lines: copying a correction phrase 50 to 200 times, quantity determined by severity.
  • Loss of privileges: temporary removal of a favourite activity (screen time, dessert, free-choice evening) for 24 to 72 hours.
  • Corner time: standing in a designated spot with hands behind the back for 15 to 30 minutes, reflecting on the infraction.
  • Impact play: over-the-knee hand spanking, 10 to 30 measured strokes, severity proportionate to the offence.
  • Written essay: a 500-word essay on why the rule exists and how the submissive plans to improve.
  • Early bedtime: lights out one hour earlier than usual for one to three nights.

8.Rewards

  • Verbal praise and affirmation, delivered sincerely and specifically referencing what the submissive did well.
  • A dedicated date night of the submissive's choosing: restaurant, activity, or outing.
  • Special privileges such as sleeping in the Dominant's bed, choosing the evening's entertainment, or a later bedtime.
  • A small gift or token of appreciation related to the submissive's interests.
  • Extended cuddle or intimacy time with the Dominant's focused, undivided attention.
  • A "free pass" day where daily protocols are relaxed and the submissive sets the agenda.
  • Public (within-community) acknowledgement of growth or achievement.

9.Aftercare

Physical

Warm blanket, water, light snack (chocolate or fruit), gentle skin check for marks, and any needed first aid. Physical closeness (holding, stroking hair, or resting together) for a minimum of 20 minutes after any intense scene.

Emotional

Verbal reassurance that the submissive is valued, safe, and loved. Open space to talk about the scene without judgement. Validation of any emotions that surface, including tears, laughter, or silence.

Check-in schedule

Immediate debrief after every scene. Text check-in the following morning. Formal weekly review during Sunday check-in to discuss cumulative emotional state.

10.Privacy & Confidentiality

Confidentiality

All details of this dynamic, including its existence, are strictly confidential. Neither party will disclose information about the other's participation without explicit written consent.

Media policy

No photographs, videos, or audio recordings of scenes may be created without prior mutual agreement. Any existing media is stored encrypted and deleted upon request or termination.

Anti-outing

Neither party will ever reveal the other's involvement in BDSM or kink to employers, family, friends, or any third party. This obligation survives termination of the agreement indefinitely.

11.Termination

Either party may terminate this agreement at any time, for any reason, by clearly stating their intention to do so verbally or in writing. Upon termination: all protocols and rules cease immediately; all collars and symbolic items are returned or disposition is mutually agreed; all private media is deleted within 48 hours with confirmation provided; a final check-in conversation occurs within one week to ensure emotional closure; the confidentiality and anti-outing clauses remain in effect permanently. There is no penalty for termination. Ending this agreement is an exercise of autonomy, not a betrayal.

Sir

submissive

Date: ________________

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