Safety in the garden

Creative work means meeting new people — and that should never mean compromising your safety. Here's what we build in:

Verification

Members can verify their email, phone, ID and age. Verified badges appear in search and on profiles, so you know who you're really talking to. Age (18+) verification is required to view or publish adult-restricted content.

Privacy controls

Every media item has its own permission — public, members only, friends only, or private — changeable instantly. Your profile has the same controls. Adult content is hidden by default; you must opt in to see it, and only after verifying your age.

Blocking and reporting

Blocking is instant and user-controlled: a blocked user can't message you or see your content, and is never notified. Reports go directly to our human moderation team ("garden keepers") who can warn, remove content, suspend or ban.

Paperwork protection

Built-in release forms and contracts, with verified-age status attached to every signature — so both sides of a shoot are protected.

Meeting people from the site

• Check verification badges, reviews and credits before committing.
• Tell someone where you're going; bring an escort to first shoots if you wish.
• Keep conversation on Photognome messaging so there's a record.
• Trust your instincts — and report anything that feels off.