In immediate danger? Call 999 (police) or 116 000 (Missing People). For non-emergency support: National DA Helpline 0808 2000 247
Safety First

Your safety is not negotiable

This hub exists for creators and clients. Whether you're reporting a concern, looking for guidance on screening, or just want to understand your rights — start here.

For Creators

Before you meet

Every in-person session carries risk. These are the protocols we recommend — not rules, but hard-won practices from experienced creators.

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Bad Date List (BDL)

The National Ugly Mugs (NUM) bad date list is the UK's largest database of clients who've harassed, assaulted, or abused sex workers. Sign up free at uglymugs.org — you don't need to be a full member to search the list.

Screening clients

  • Ask for a LinkedIn, employer email, or social profile before meeting
  • Phone verification via a voice call adds a layer (harder to fake)
  • Use a work-only number — Google Voice or a PAYG SIM
  • Reverse search any photos they send you
  • Trust your gut: if something feels wrong, it probably is

During a session

  • Tell someone you trust where you're going and when you'll check in
  • Set a check-in text with a code word for "send help"
  • Never let a client move the session location after you've arrived
  • Know the nearest exit before you start
  • You can leave at any time, for any reason

Your boundaries are law

  • Consent to one act is not consent to another
  • You can withdraw consent at any time
  • Non-consensual acts during a booked session are assault — you can report this
  • Keep a private record of any incidents, even minor ones

Digital safety

  • Strip metadata from photos before sharing (your GPS location may be embedded)
  • Use a separate email for work — not your personal one
  • Review what's visible in your photos (mirrors, windows, recognisable backgrounds)
  • Enable two-factor auth on all work accounts
For Clients

Being a good client

The overwhelming majority of clients are respectful. This section is for everyone — a reminder of what respectful engagement looks like.

Respect boundaries

If a creator says no to something, that's final. Pushing, offering more money, or trying again later are all forms of pressure. Respect a no the first time.

Discretion matters

Creators have offline lives. Do not attempt to find out their real name, location, or personal details. Threatening to expose someone is a crime under the Malicious Communications Act.

Your data is safe

We don't share your personal details with creators beyond what's needed for verification. If you're nervous about verification, read our privacy guide.

Reporting concerns

If you believe a creator is being coerced or is under 18, please report it below. We take every report seriously and work with the appropriate authorities where needed.

Report a concern

Something not right?

Use this form to report harassment, coercion, suspected underage content, or anything else that concerns you. Reports can be anonymous.

Reports are reviewed by our safety team within 48 hours. Anonymous reports are stored using hashed identifiers only — we cannot link them back to you. Serious concerns are shared with National Ugly Mugs and/or police where appropriate under our DPA 2018 Schedule 2 crime prevention exemption.

Useful contacts

Who can help

National Ugly Mugs (NUM)

The UK's specialist violence reduction charity for people in the sex industry. Free membership, bad date list, support workers.

uglymugs.org

English Collective of Prostitutes (ECP)

Legal advice, rights information, and support for sex workers. Can advise on police contact and legal protections.

prostitutescollective.net

Revenge Porn Helpline

For non-consensual intimate image sharing (NCII). Free, confidential, can help with takedowns.

revengepornhelpline.org.uk

Suzy Lamplugh Trust

Personal safety training and resources. Their lone worker guidance is directly applicable to in-person sessions.

suzylamplugh.org