Dating Safety Tips available at OrthodoxChristianDating.com

1. Be patient

Do not reveal any person information that could expose your identity until you are confident that it is safe. Take your time, and trust your instincts.

2. Be honest

Be truthful in your personal profile and your online communications.

3. Ask for a photo

If a photo is not posted, ask for one, and be sure that it is recent.

4. Phone first

Talk on the phone before meeting.

5. Meeting

Meet only when you are ready, and meet in a safe, public place. It is better to not have the person pick you up at your place, so take separate cars at first. Also tell a friend where you are going and who you’re meeting.

6. Use common sense

Remember, you are ultimately responsible for your own safety. If you feel something is not right, listen to your intuition and get out of the situation. 

• If you’re comfortable after your first meeting, you can gradually give your companion more information.