It’s natural to miss physical contact and closeness when separated from your partner by even a modest distance. There are some things you cannot do with each other from remote locations, so you have to get creative to keep things tight. 

But it’s not all doom and gloom, as the whole ‘virtual sex’ landscape has become its own over the past few years. The COVID-19 crisis proved quite the catalyst for athe whole thing, as millions had no choice but to get their kicks online. 

From Skype sex calls with committed partners to paid hook-ups with professional webcam models, indulge in a world of incredible long-distance enjoyment.

Of course, gearing up for that very first Skype sex call can be a somewhat daunting experience. Precisely where, a few helpful tips and tricks from the pros come into play, which can help lay the groundwork for unforgettable Skype sex.

Here’s what you need to know (and what you definitely need to do):

1. Focus on Safety and Privacy

Safety and privacy with these encounters means minimizing the risk of being hacked. Whichever way you look at it, transmitting digital images and video clips of yourself in compromising positions will always carry a certain risk. 

Something that can be brought under control with commonsense measures – strong passwords changed regularly, using platforms with end-to-end encryption, never using a shared internet connection, etc. Investing in a decent VPN is also a good idea to help hide your location and identity.

2. Pick a Time and Clear Your Schedule 

Nothing ruins what could otherwise have been a great hook-up, like rushing things to a conclusion. As would be the case with a conventional date in the real world, you’ll want to set a time for the rendezvous to start, but ensure you’ve no specific time limitation in mind. If you can only allocate a half hour to your long-distance date, consider rescheduling for when you have more time.

3. Wear Something Appropriate

Appropriateness when dressing for a live sex call means three things:

1. Wear something that shows you have made an effort for your partner’s benefit.
2. It needs to be something you feel confident in, as it’s completely impossible to feel sexy while lacking confidence.
3. Everything you wear should be straightforward to remove when the time comes.

You’ll likely be wearing your chosen outfit briefly, so opt for something you can take off without hassle. 

4. Set the Scene 

As would be the case when prepping for a regular date at home, you’ll want to send the right ambiance. Romantic music and a little mood lighting can go a long way to enhance the enjoyment of a virtual date. 

It’s also a good idea to keep as many distractions out of the worst possible so that you can focus on getting down to business.

5. Buy Sex Toys 

There’s only so much you can do with your hands – especially when it comes to pleasure in yourself. This is where a selection of high-quality sex toys really can make all the difference. 

There are male and female sex toys available that can faithfully recreate the sensation of pretty much anything you could do to one another in person. 

If you want to get things seriously hot, you could always mail your special someone a surprise gift before your hook-up. 

6. Ask and Obey 

The easiest way to ensure you both have a fantastic time together via Skype is to exchange requests and/or commands. You take turns telling each other what to do, obeying one another’s requests without hesitation. 

Putting yourself at the mercy of someone else can be just as exciting as taking temporary control over them. It’s the classic case of give and take, with the bonus that you can go right if you ask them directly what they want to see and do. 

7. Don’t Take Things Too Seriously 

Rounding off, the absolute worst thing you can do with any virtual date is to take yourself or the experience too seriously. From start to finish, it should be a tale of wall-to-wall pleasure, enjoyment, smiles, laughter, and lightheartedness. 

When things like this are taken too seriously, they become stuffy, formal, and anything but enjoyable. Try to enjoy the lighter side of virtual dating, approach the whole thing with an open mind and avoid putting too much pressure on yourself.