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The following are some of the things you can do to help keep yourself and the Facebook community safe when using Facebook Dating. Remember that you’re the best judge of your own safety, and these guidelines aren’t intended to substitute for your own judgment.
Always act with caution when communicating with any stranger who wants to meet you. Remember that your Dating profile is visible to anyone on Dating.
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Share Carefully
Keep your identifying information private. Don’t include your last name, email, home address, phone number, work address, financial information, or any other identifying information in your Dating profile or chat messages.
Report and block anyone who asks you to share this kind of personal information, information that could compromise your privacy, safety, or security, or anyone who you feel is suspicious. We won’t let the person know that you reported them.
Watch Out for Scams
Scammers may try to use fake or compromised accounts to trick you into giving them money or personal information. If you’ve received a message that you believe is a scam, report the person to Facebook instead of replying.
Common warning signs include when a scammer:
- Wants to leave Facebook Dating immediately and use personal email or a messaging app to chat.
- Claims to be in love very quickly to persuade you to talk with them.
- Plans to visit, but claims that something bad happened and cancels plans.
- Asks you to wire money or send gifts or gift cards.
Scammers might ask for money to cover travel, medical emergencies, hotel bills, hospital bills, or visas. Remember that any online love interest that asks for money is likely a scammer. Learn more about keeping your account secure and other common scams.
Don’t Send Money
Never respond to requests to send money, wire transfer money, or make a donation. Stop communicating with anyone who attempts to pressure or trick you into revealing financial information.
Contact your bank and local law enforcement right away if you think you’ve sent money to a scammer, and report anyone who asks you to send money.
Meeting in Person
Take Your Time
People may misrepresent themselves and their intentions in their Facebook Dating profile, including their gender or sexual orientation. This could lead to harassment or harm if you decide to meet them in person.
Keep your communications within Facebook Dating, do your research and really get to know the other person before you meet for the first time.
Tips for Staying Safe
Some suggestions to help you stay safe when meeting your date in person:
- Tell someone about your plans: Always tell a trusted friend or family member about your plans before going out, including the exact location of your date and when you expect to be back home. Consider making your first meeting a group or double date and bring a friend along.
- Share your location: Share your GPS location with a trusted friend or family member while you’re out.
- Meet and stay in public: When meeting someone for the first time, meet in a public place where other people are around.
- Familiarize yourself with the meeting spot: If possible, check out the meeting location ahead of time.
- Monitor any alcohol or substance consumption: Alcohol and other substances can affect behavior, so be aware of what you and others consume and always keep your glass in hand or insight.
- Make sure your mobile phone is charged: Keep your mobile phone fully charged and with you in case of an emergency.
- Arrange your own transportation: Always arrange your own transportation to and from your date to make sure that you have control over when you arrive and leave. Never agree to be picked up at your home.
- Share personal information carefully: Never feel obligated to reveal identifying information like your home address or the location where you work.
If You Feel Uncomfortable or Unsafe
If you or someone you know is the victim of a crime or is in immediate danger, contact your local law enforcement for help.
If you ever feel pressured or uncomfortable, you can:
- End the date and arrange your own transportation home.
- Block anyone who makes you feel uncomfortable.
- Report anyone you think is suspicious.
Note: Dating isn’t available to everyone. Learn more about Facebook Dating.
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