preservatiefvrije

Preservatiefvrije is a Dutch term that literally means “without condoms.” It is used to describe sexual practices in which a condom is not used as a form of barrier protection. The concept is often discussed in the context of condomless sexual activity, which can occur between partners who believe they are at lower risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or among couples engaging in open or consensual condomless sex. In public health discussions, preservatiefvrije behavior is frequently contrasted with condomuse or “preservatiefgebruik,” which is the practice of using condoms regularly to reduce the risk of HIV, human papillomavirus (HPV), chlamydia, gonorrhoea and other infections.

Research shows that preservatiefvrije activity can increase the likelihood of STI transmission, especially in populations with high prevalence of infection. Consequently, many health organisations recommend regular STI testing for those who engage in preservatiefvrije sex. Some clinicians use the term to underscore the importance of risk assessment and informed decision‑making. In communities where preservatiefvrije practices are common, public health guidelines often emphasise the use of pre‑exposure or post‑exposure prophylaxis as additional protective measures.

The term is also discussed in sexual education curricula, where it is presented as one possibility among many strategies for reducing disease risk. In legal contexts, the term has been used in authorities’ reports of sexual behaviour and in consent law discussions about the carrying of condoms as preventive equipment.