Online Dating Safety Tips: DOs and DON'Ts



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Finding love on online dating sites used to be a taboo. Today, finding a friend, a date or even your soul mate online is socially acceptable and is even becoming the norm. Using social networking sites, dating sites and chat sites are no longer reserved for the awkward, desperate or socially inept. These sites are great for the busy professional, student or otherwise adventurous people of today wanting to meet new people.

While online chat room dating can be great fun and it is an opportunity to meet some great new people, there are a few safety measures that you need to take to ensure that your online experience continues to be enjoyable.

Do not use your whole name in the chat room. You can definitely use your real name, but only your first name. Even better, think of a great nickname that is unique and expresses your personality. Stay away from names that are overly suggestive. These suggestive nicknames have the potential of attracting the wrong kind of attention and this can definitely be a dangerous situation.

Do not share too much personal information in open video chat. Keep in mind while you are talking among people in the chat room, everyone can see the conversation. This is especially important to remember if you are in a chat room that is specific to your city or area. The closest that you want to get is perhaps sharing your city and state. You do not want to go into specifics about your neighborhood. This might make it too easy for someone to find you. Do not give the address of your home or even that name of the company that you work for. Feel free to talk about what you do for a living or the things that you like to do but do not share specific information. Even if you connect with someone and decide to chat with them privately, be careful what you share with them until you get to know them much better because you never know who is on the other side talking to you.

Do be creative and outgoing. This is your chance to share your personality without inhibitions. Be honest about the person that you are looking for. This is a great time to have some fun without taking yourself too seriously. Remember, you may not find your soul mate right away, but do not be afraid to be yourself. You do not have to settle for dating the first person that you meet online. This is a great way to explore your options and get to know people that you otherwise may have never met. Use your common sense. Be safe and have great time!


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