Hard Limit

A hard limit is an absolute boundary — something a person will never do under any circumstances. Hard limits are non-negotiable and must be respected without question. In the lifestyle and BDSM communities, hard limits are established during negotiation before any encounter. Common hard limits include specific sexual acts, certain types of play, or situations involving specific people. Crossing someone's hard limit is a serious violation of consent and trust. Hard limits should never be challenged, pushed, or questioned.