SAFE ONLINE DATINGMore than 99.9% of all members of online dating sites are sincere about finding a partner and/or new friends. That means they are virtually all genuine. However, there are few people to be wary of – both men and women.
The tips below could help you avoid meeting any insincere people:
Never give out any personal details until you are 100% confident – 100% certain – that the person you are communicating with is genuine. A good rule of thumb is to not give any rough idea of your location until you have swapped 4 to 6 e-mails. This tip alone ensures online dating safety.
The reason is simple: any insincere people would only be interested in your personal details and not swapping e-mails.
Never arrange to meet anyone until you have exchanged telephone numbers and spoken to each other at least 3 or more times. Ensure you swap landline numbers and not just cell/mobile phone numbers. After speaking at least 3 times or more with any potential date, you will have a good idea of how genuine they are.
Never give out personal financial details; including details of wages, salaries, savings, investments, bank or credit card details. If someone is interested in your financial details, then cease contact with them immediately! That is a shameless scam!
Never send or give any money to anyone you've recently met via a dating site. If they ask for money, they are not genuine no matter what the situation. Cease contact with them immediately!
As mentioned above, virtually all people listed on dating sites are genuine and looking for a partner, companion, or soul mate. Following the above tips and a little bit of caution and common sense will help to eliminate any insincere ones.
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