Safe Dating Tips
MAKE FRIENDS 247 ONLINE DATING SAFETY TIPS FOR TEENS AND ADULTS
In this article we will discuss “The importance of online dating safety”. Every day, week, month or year there are many people from many genders “Looking to meet that special someone”. And the most important thing they forget about is “How keep themselves safe while dating online thru a dating service?”
Well the answer to online safe dating is simple, never meet a total stranger anywhere but in a well-lit busy public place, like a coffee shop, bookstore or other retail outlet, where there are plenty of other people to come to your aid should you need assistance. The other thing is never give out your phone number or address, get to know that person first, most importantly never let your date pick you up, or drive you home. Never assume your roommate will be there if you were to get dropped off, they could have an emergency and leave. Then you could have your date become you worst nightmare.
TOP TEN ADULT SAFE DATING TIPS
01) Never give out your last name to anyone on your first date
02) Never give out your home address till you get to know them
03) Never give out your phone number till you have met a few times
04) Never give out your place of work till you feel the time is right
05) Never give out what type of vehicle you own or will be driving
06) Never give out what hours you work or if you live alone
07) Never give out how the number of people you live with
08) Never give out what hours he or she works or what shift
09) Never give out your favorite place to eat till your dating them daily
10) Never give out the impression you can’t handle yourself
ALWAYS SHARE THE FOLLOWING:
TELL SOMEONE ELSE KNOW YOUR PLANS
WHO IS YOUR DATE WITH?
WHERE DID YOU FIRST MEET THEM?
WHAT WEBSITE DID YOU MEET THEM ON?
WHAT IS THERE FULL NAME?
WHEN IS THE DATE TAKING PLACE?
WHAT TIME IS IT HAPPENING AT?
WHERE ARE YOU MEETING AT / YOU’RE GOING?
WHEN ARE YOU EXPECTED BACK?
ON THE DATE:
Keep your initial meeting short and if you like the person, there’s always time later for a longer date!
Listen to your gut, look for consistency in behaviors and listen to the answers to your questions.
Pay attention to early warning signs, is that person all about you, and willing to share details of his life?
Don’t be talked into any action that is not in your best interest. Think before you act.
REMEMBER
TOP FIVE DATING SCAMS
THEY NEED MONEY
THEY NEED A CHECK CASHED
THEY NEED A PACKAGE SENT
THEY NEED A PACKAGE PICKED UP
THEY NEED, NEED, NEED
If you’ve been victimized of an online scam, file a complaint – At the Internet Crime Complaint Center www.ic3.gov