Before the first meeting
- Check whether their profile is consistent in photos, schedule and stories.
- Choose a public place with easy exits and good mobile coverage.
- Share your location and basic details with a trusted friend.
Online dating safety checklist
During and after
- If your body tightens or you feel watched, take it seriously.
- Have an exit plan that does not depend on the other person.
- After the date, review how you felt rather than how it looked from the outside.
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