Singles with Scruples Online Dating Precautions
While we would like to believe that no one who registers with us would do anyone any harm, we live in an uncertain world and urge you to be cautious as you become acquainted with new people. Remember that both men and women can be victims of every type of harassment and crime, though women are especially vulnerable. With that in mind, please note the following precautions:
1. Communicate with other members as long as you like using the site's internal messaging system until you feel comfortable disclosing your personal email address.
2. In your first few emails to other members, don't divulge personal information such as your last name, address, or place of employment.
3. When you decide to contact one another by telephone, give out your telephone number only. Don't provide an address.
4. When you're ready to meet someone, meet in a public place. Don't agree to let anyone you've never met pick you up or meet you at your office or residence. Short first meetings, such as lunch or a coffee date, usually work best.
5. Let a friend know when and where you are meeting the new person and check in with your friend after the date.
6. If at any point you are not interested in further contact, say so clearly and kindly.
7. If at any point you feel unsafe or uncomfortable, trust your instincts and end contact with the person. If, after you say "no" to further contact, a member continues to send messages to you through our service, block that member by going to a message he or she sent you and clicking on the "Block Member" button at the end of the message.
In short:
• Be cautious.
• Communicate clearly and assertively.
• Trust your instincts.