“Honey, are you a Dom or a Sub?”
“Me? I thought I was pretty ordinary, but the test shocked me—I’m a Switch, and the kind that enjoys both sides.”
If you clicked in, it means you’re somewhat curious about BDSM/SM.
Don’t worry, this isn’t a humiliating lecture, nor will it drive you to madness.
Today, we’ll give you a light introduction to the “BDSM Attribute Preference Test” that’s gone viral online.
Are you dominant, submissive, or a hidden type who can switch roles depending on your mood?
You’ll know once you’ve done it. It’s even possible to go from a complete newbie to a seasoned professional with a single click.
01. What is the BDSM Preference Test Form?
Let’s clarify the concepts first.
The “BDSM Preference Test” originated on a foreign website, and was later adapted and translated, becoming a “beginner identity test” that almost everyone in the community has tried.
If you honestly answer a few dozen questions, it can determine your attribute tendencies based on your thinking, desires, and behavioral habits.
For example:
- Dom
- Sub (obedient)
- Switch (role-switcher)
- Rigger / Bunny (one ties, one is tied)
- Little / Caregiver (emotional dependence & nurturing)
- Brat / Tamer (playful vs disciplinarian)
- Pet / Owner
- Primal (primitive hunting type)
In short:
It’s like MBTI in the BDSM world.
There is no right or wrong, only your true desires being illuminated.
02. Breakdown of Mainstream Attributes: Which Category Do You Belong To?
There are many attribute names, which can be confusing. I’ll translate them into a more understandable “human language version” for you.
| property | Brief description | Keywords | What does it feel like? |
| Dom | Enjoys being in control, guiding, and setting rules | Power, dominance, and security | “Listen to me, I’ll take control.” |
| Sub | Enjoy being guided, touched, and trained | Obedience, Trust, Release | “You tell me, I do it, and I feel very relaxed.” |
| Switch | Can switch roles depending on partner or scenario. | Variety, flexibility, atmosphere players | In the community, they are jokingly described as “sunny with occasional showers.” |
| Rigger / Bunny | One is responsible for tying, the other enjoys being tied up. | Skill, aesthetics, trust | “Rope art & gentle restraint” |
| Brat / Tamer | One was deliberately “mischievous,” while the other was responsible for “cleaning up.” | Provocation, confrontation, interaction | “Don’t come and take me in (but you can take me in).” |
| Little / Caregiver | Emotional dependence + gentle care | Soft, safe, and healing | Not pedophilia—just “I need nurturing.” |
| Owner / Pet | Master & Pet: Companionship and Belonging | Companionship, recognition, dependence | Are you the pet or the owner? |
| Primal | Maximize your instincts | Wildness, pursuit, primal reaction | “Grab, bite, press, roar.” |
You don’t have to label yourself.
But you’ll definitely feel a sudden surge of emotion at a certain description.
03. How to conduct tests? You’ll understand in one minute.
Don’t worry about the content being “too embarrassing”.
It is anonymous, open, and safe; its core is self-awareness.
The questions may include:
- Do you enjoy taking the lead in intimate interactions?
- Do you feel excited when you are given instructions?
- Do you like being restrained?
- Would you deliberately talk back just to get the other person to “control you”?
- Do you like being treated as the “only one”?
The key point for answering the question is only one sentence:
Don’t pretend, don’t act, just fill it out as truthfully as possible.
After the test, it will display the percentage tendency for each attribute, like this:
Dom 62% / Sub 15% / Switch 78%…
Furthermore, BDSM is always based on three principles:
- Safe
- Sane (rational)
- Informed consent
You’re willing, I’m willing, comfort, trust, respect—these are the bottom lines, non-negotiable.
04. Labels are not the same as identities; don’t limit yourself.
Some people might ask: “If the test shows I’m a Sub, does that mean I can’t be a Dom? If the test shows I’m a Brat, does that mean I’ll always be mischievous?”
Of course not!
Attribute tags are for reference only, not for stamping.
It’s perfectly normal for you to enjoy being dominated today and want to experience the thrill of being in control tomorrow.
Each person is a unique “blend of attributes”.
Most people are not 100% single-attribute; test results often show multiple attributes coexisting, just in varying proportions.
Don’t let labels limit you; the world is vast, and there are countless ways to explore it.
You can switch freely and continue to explore; the important thing is to find a mode that makes you feel comfortable, at ease, and respected.
05. Testing is the entry point, not the end point.
After completing the BDSM preference test, you might exclaim, “So I’ve always wanted to be a Dom!” or you might discover, “I actually have some Primal traits?!”
Whatever the test results show, it doesn’t mean you have to do anything; everything is perfectly normal.
The core of BDSM is not stimulation, nor is it humiliation, but rather:
- The Reality of Desire
- Respect for boundaries
- A deep sense of trust between people
You can explore, or you can stop.
It can be changed, or it can remain the same.
As long as you’re willing, you’ll always be on the road.
Most importantly, face your desires squarely, respect your boundaries, and respect every different soul. No matter how mysterious a circle may be, it cannot stop our curiosity and exploration of ourselves.
BDSM Attribute Test Form (Self-Test Version)
| Serial Number | Test content | I strongly disagree | disagree | generally | agree | I completely agree. | Attribute keywords |
| 1 | I enjoy leading and guiding intimate interactions with my partner (controlling the pace, giving commands). | Dom | |||||
| 2 | Obeying and following others’ instructions makes me feel relaxed and enjoyable. | Sub | |||||
| 3 | I like to switch roles occasionally, sometimes taking the lead and sometimes following. | Switch | |||||
| 4 | Being restrained (such as being tied up or handcuffed) excites me. | Bunny/Sub | |||||
| 5 | I enjoy being in charge of “tying up” or designing scenarios that involve binding or restraining others. | Rigger/Dom | |||||
| 6 | I find it amusing when someone is mischievous and deliberately challenges the rules; I enjoy the feeling of being “disciplined.” | Brat/Sub | |||||
| 7 | It gives me a great sense of satisfaction to correct or “tame” someone’s naughty behavior. | Tamer/Dom | |||||
| 8 | I enjoy caring for, protecting, and comforting the other person (such as providing care, comfort, and putting them to sleep). | Caregiver | |||||
| 9 | Playing the role of a “child” or being cared for and pampered makes me feel very safe and secure. | Little/Sub | |||||
| 10 | I enjoy being cared for or commanded by my owner, and like being pet-like. | Pet/Sub | |||||
| 11 | I enjoy managing and training others like a master, giving them a sense of belonging. | Owner/Dom | |||||
| 12 | Chasing, biting, and experiencing the pleasure of primal urges (such as in “hunting games”) | Primal | |||||
| 13 | I find it fun and exciting to administer mild punishment/humiliation (such as spanking or ordering someone to say shameful lines). | Sadist/Dom | |||||
| 14 | Being punished or mildly humiliated (such as being called “good boy” or “bad boy”) excites me. | Masochist/Sub | |||||
| 15 | I enjoy experiencing new and alternative ways of playing, and I’m willing to discuss and try different BDSM scenarios with my partner. | Kink Lover |