Genital herpes is not contagious after recovery. Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by herpes simplex virus infection, which can be transmitted through sexual intercourse or indirect contact, and is contagious and may be transmitted to sexual partners. After genital herpes is cured, it is generally not contagious, but may recur. After genital herpes is cured, you should pay attention to your lifestyle in order to reduce the incidence of genital herpes. You should avoid unclean sex and do not share toiletries with people with genital herpes. If the symptoms of genital herpes recur, you should seek medical treatment as soon as possible.