Relationship

Tips for Secure Online Dating

Online dating is convenient, fast and more efficient. But with the development of Internet technologies, new types of fraud have emerged.

Both in real life and on the Internet, communication presupposes compliance with certain safety rules. Yes, there are really swindlers on the Internet, but do not panic, lag behind modern technology, do not use a computer and be afraid to go online. We will tell you the nine rules that will help you protect yourself in online dating and avoid unpleasant situations while searching for relationships online.

Personal safety in online dating

 

When registering for a dating site, take care to protect your personal data. It is best to create a new email address that does not contain your name and surname. When communicating with a new online acquaintance, do not rush to give your name, address and phone number.

Make a choice in favor of a serious dating site

 

If you want to be sure that your personal information is completely secure, register on serious dating sites. These sites are generally sensitive to the protection of personal data: personal data is not passed on to third parties and cannot be found on search engines.

Secure password

 

Online shops, social networks, email, online dating – everywhere you need a password. Or maybe you use the same password for all situations? Try to fix it as soon as possible. You can increase the reliability of your password by using a combination of capital and lower case letters and numbers.

Candidates for acquaintance: be vigilant

 

Before you start online, be sure to study the profiles of possible favorites carefully. If you find the information in the profile interesting, it is a great reason to start communicating with this person.

If, however, you encounter contradictory or implausible information when viewing your profile, you may want to avoid this online dating experience.

For example, in the profile Moscow is specified, and its owner appears absolutely in other city, or the person specifies that works in bank, but thus constantly underlines that money have no value for it. If you have any doubts about the seriousness and honesty of the interlocutor or you have received spam, be sure to report it to the support service of the site. After the moderators check the profile can be completely removed, which will protect you from further contact with this user.

Secure communication

 

the number 5You’re interested in one of the profiles, and you want to meet this man? Or did someone write to you first? At the beginning of online dating it is better to use not personal e-mail, but internal correspondence system on the site. In case you want to interrupt the communication, you just delete the user and he will not be able to contact you anymore.

Don’t trust the links

 

In the process of online dating you will learn more and more about the other person: what hobbies he has, what books he likes to read, what music he listens to. There may also be links to other websites in your correspondence. Don’t rush to open all the links – unfamiliar, untrustworthy links may contain viruses that are dangerous to your computer.

Don’t give me any money

 

Any request for financial assistance from online dating should raise your suspicion. No matter how heartfelt the story of your new online acquaintance may be, be cautious about it. Would you ask for money from a barely known person on a dating site? Remember that your financial security is most important!

Make your own decisions

 

“Where have you been? Why don’t you answer for so long? Write me your address and I’ll come to you with a cake! – Treat such messages calmly, don’t let yourself be pressured. The acquaintance should take place at a comfortable pace for you.

The decision to translate online dating into real life is best made with the certainty that you are making the right choice. Do not give your home address to new acquaintances at once, the first meeting should take place on neutral territory.

Secure first date

 

Before your first meeting, make sure you follow certain safety precautions: arrange to meet in a crowded place, leave your way back (e.g., let your friends know where you are going and ask for a “control” call), don’t drink too much alcohol, don’t leave your personal belongings unattended.

Listen to your instincts when looking for a partner online, but don’t forget your common sense and be vigilant. Adherence to security rules does not guarantee protection against fraud either in real life or online, and yet it can reduce the risk that you will be cheated.

We wish you to get acquainted with interesting people and enjoy the joy of communication!