Dating safety

Connect with confidence.

Most people online are sincere, but good judgment matters. Take your time, stay in control, and use these practical habits.

Protect your personal information

• Keep your home address, workplace, financial details, passwords, and government ID private.
• Use the platform’s messaging tools while you get to know someone.
• Be cautious if someone quickly asks to move to private email or messaging apps.

Watch for warning signs

• Stories that are inconsistent, vague, or designed to create urgency.
• Repeated excuses for avoiding a video call or in-person meeting.
• Declarations of love unusually early in the conversation.
• Requests to receive money or packages on someone else’s behalf.

Plan a safer first meeting

• Meet in a busy public place and arrange your own transportation.
• Tell a trusted friend where you are going and when you expect to return.
• Keep your phone charged and personal belongings with you.
• Limit alcohol and never leave food or drinks unattended.

Trust yourself

You never owe anyone a response, a meeting, or another chance. End contact if something feels wrong. In an emergency, contact local law enforcement or emergency services.

Important: Online safety tools and guidance reduce risk but cannot eliminate it. Each person is responsible for their own decisions and interactions.