How to Book Independent Companionship Safely (NYC 2025)

Discretion Verification Consent

This practical guide explains, step-by-step, how to plan and confirm a lawful, consensual independent companionship experience in NYC. We cover verification, communication, deposits, meet-up points, privacy, red flags, and etiquette.

Legal notice: Pure Independents® promotes social, lawful companionship. Avoid explicit requests or transactions that violate the law. If in doubt, consult a legal professional or refrain.

1) Initial research

  • Clear photos, no conflicting watermarks
  • Professional bio and consistent style
  • Transparent availability and areas covered

2) First message

Hi, I’m Alex. I’ll be in Midtown on Friday 7–9 pm. Would you be open to lobby coffee and a short walk? Happy to follow your screening and deposit policy.

3) Screening & verification

  • Short video/audio call
  • Email from work domain
  • Verifiable references
  • Deposit with cancellation policy

4) Deposits & terms

Tip: Prefer recoverable methods with receipts and 2FA.

5) Meet-up point

  • GreetShort drinkDecide to extend

6) Consent & boundaries

Consent must be explicit, ongoing, and reversible.

7) Digital privacy

  • Dedicated inbox
  • Disable link previews

8) Red flags

  • Pressure for sensitive documents
  • Frequent identity/payment changes
  • Odd-hour pressure

9) Etiquette

Respect, punctuality, light conversation, proper attire.

10) After the meet

Thank them and leave safe, non-explicit feedback.

Bright hotel lobby for a safe first meet
Choose public, well-lit meet-up points with signal and exits.