Online Dating Safety

You know it sounds like we're teaching you to suck eggs, but you never know who at the end of an internet connection.

Although most people are honest, please read through these tips when using online internet dating sites

You don't know who is there - at least 98% of people are who they say they are especially for adult dating sites. However, anyone can copy someone else's picture and put up information to entice you into a date. You should try and get more pictures from head to toe of the person. Perhaps chat via webcam to see them "live" - if people send you offensive images, then block them. There are plenty of honest people looking for love that you don't need to waste your time.
Remain Anonymous - there is no rush so take your time looking around and deciding what to do. If you're a girl you'll likely get lots of men asking for contact. Take a good look around before you decide to move forward. Do not give out personal details until you believe you know someone is genuine. It's best if the woman contacts the man and withholding their phone number (dial 141 before the number and the other person will never know your number)
Meet in public places - if you are ready to meet someone then ensure you meet in a public place. Tell people where you are going and get them to telephone you every 30 minutes. Or ask a friend to come with you and sit at another table (say in a pub) where they can see what is happening.

Above all else use common sense and you'll find someone right for you.