Online Dating...?

Do you think it is safe for anyone to date online?

Online Dating...?
Online dating is regarded as a safe medium to meet other people. Thousands of people are meeting for the first time every day and incidents are few and far between. But that doesn't mean they don't exist.





The important thing is to never let your guard down and never give out too much personal information before meeting. Always be cautious and trust your instincts.





Most importantly, use separate transportation to meet your date at a public place the first time that you meet.





Remember to apply safety across the board. Just because a guy or gal says they are a "christian" doesn't mean you can automatically assume they are OK. There is a case in the courts now of a woman who met a man through a christian dating site and was sexually assaulted (News Article on Woman Assaulted - See Sources). Be alert always.





Interestingly enough, the greatest "danger" isn't from meeting someone who may assault you, but rather meeting someone who is married, yet posing as a single person. Up to 30% of people using online dating services are married! (MSNBC, DateLists - see sources). There are some easy signs, however, to separate those who are married from those who are single. Most married men will only give a cell phone number and you will mostly get their answering machine. Most don't post a photo (they don't want someone their spouse knows seeing them and spilling the beans). Most also won't give you their last name. (Staying Clear of Married Men - See sources).





Ultimately, though, it is a safe medium and tens of thousands of people have met their "lifelong" mate as a result.
Reply:yea I think it is safe just as long as you dont go and meet the person but you also dont want to give much detail about your self you also have to remember that you dont know what these people are like when and if you do see them remember voices can be deceveing.
Reply:Alot of people does online dating these days,


just follow the 'safety rules' and you'll be okay!
Reply:It is safe in my honest opinion if you use common sense. Like not meeting people in a secluded area if you are meeting them for the first time etc. Not to give out personal details to them until youve been on a date with them. Things like those. But apart from that it is safe and does produce results. My sis is getting married to someone she met online
Reply:Online dating is alll about Flirting...if u have control over yourself in busting her balls by being funny ever, then u hit the road my dude...!! All gurls know wat attraction means, so instead of thinking the topic "is it safe"?? Start flirting, and be in control of every step u take ahead in this process...Best of luck!!
Reply:Being safe is the important idea. Most online dating sites have recommendations and ideas about being safe online. Read them and follow them to manage your risk.