Is there birth control for people who make sperm?

Nov 02, 2021 Updated: Aug 28, 2025

Currently, the only birth control options for people who produce sperm are condoms, sterilization, and the pull-out method. There have been some promising leads for other options, but they’re all still in development.

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Condom
Very effective if you use them correctly, but not super effective the way most people use them. Hormone free, protect against STIs, and don't require a prescription, but they do require work.
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Withdrawal (pull-out method)
Very effective if you do it correctly (but that can be hard to do). Hormone-free, zero cost, zero side effects.
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Sterilization
A permanent, super effective way to prevent pregnancy.