10 Suggestions on
Safe Meetings Via the Internet
Use
Metrodate
Messaging Until You Are Comfortable - Using
online messaging, you can determine whether a connection made through
this service is worth exploring further. Use it until you feel
comfortable that the person is being sincere.
Do
Not Give Out Personal Information - At first, since your contact is
anonymous by email, you need not give your full name, telephone number
etc. to the other individual. Only after you feel comfortable should you
exchange personal information.
Meet in a Public Place - Until you feel comfortable with someone, you
should meet in a public place, where you feel comfortable.
Meet in a Group Or Bring A Friend - If you decide to set up a personal
meeting, it may be fun to go out in a group or for you to bring a friend
along. This will make you feel more at ease.
Set Up Free Email For This Service - There are so many great free email
systems out on the web, you should use it to your advantage. This is
especially advisable for people accessing the internet from work. Just
remember write down your new password and member ID somewhere.
Ask For Personal References - If it will make you feel more comfortable
ask for a personal reference or two.
Do
Not Buy Anything or Lend Money- This day and age, scam artists appear
everywhere, maybe even in the singles world. Don't let anyone scam you
for money.
When You Give a Phone Number, Give Your Work Number - If you have some
personal space in your office to talk on the phone, it may be best to
give out that phone number first, should you decide to exchange numbers.
Exchange Photos Via Email or Regular Mail - If you want to be sure that
the other person is telling the truth about their looks, ask for a
picture.
Make Your Own Decision On Personal Meetings- Only you can decide whether
you feel a personal meeting is worthwhile; listen to your own instincts.
This article courtesy of
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