Outercourse is a form of sexual activity that can occur without direct genital-to-genital contact. It specifically involves activities such as foreplay, massage, sensual kissing, genital touching and mutual masturbation. Outercourse is often considered a safer form of sexual activity, as it does not involve the exchange of a bodily fluid which may lead to transmission of a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or pregnancy. Outercourse may be performed as a way to explore or build sexual pleasure, as part of foreplay, or as an alternative to penetrative intercourse if one or both partners are not ready to engage in it. People who experience limited mobility or who are unable to engage in penetrative intercourse due to physical or personal limitations may also find that outercourse is a more appropriate and enjoyable choice for them. Outercourse has been discussed in various published sources and in public forums including Wikipedia. It has been described as a form of non-penetrative sex, which has some similarities to various forms of sexual expression. It is important to remember that outercourse, in and of itself, is not considered to be an officially recognized sexual orientation or identity. However, it can be an important and enjoyable part of an individual’s sex life regardless of their other sexual preferences.