7 Tips to Safe Online Dating
Almost any online dating service requires that you put down personal information about yourself that can be viewed by other people. This is necessary as your information will then become part of their database and easily searchable if someone is looking for a person that fits your criteria. It helps people find other people online, probably like a search engine works. Members are allowed to upload photos as well as videos of themselves. Many of these websites will also have an online chat and message board option, allowing members to communicate.
Tip no. 1
Online predators know how to locate their prey and usually this information is all they need to get you to trust them. It would be advised that you join dating websites, that wont display your personal information until you grant a user you trust access to your profile. Also try to avoid putting down your address, home phone number and cell phone number on these websites. It is imperative that you know, how to protect your personal information.
Tip no. 2
Tip no.3
Try not to upload a recent photo of yourself, and only show your photo once you get to know someone online. Also refrain from emailing or file transferring your photo to anyone you donýt know online.
Tip no.4
Try not to display where you went to high school as well as what year you passed out. Most people can use this information about you to track you down and become stalkers.
Tip no.5
Donýt go out on a date the first time you chat with anyone online. Try to get to know them better, before you decide to go out on a real world date with them. It is imperative that you speak to the person and know him / her for a reasonable amount of time before you meet.
Tip no.6
Donýt display your full name on your profile, it is better for you to put up a nick name.
Tip no.7
Always be sure to sign out from the website properly and do not give your password to anyone. These are the basic preventive measures that you should take while Online Dating.
