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14 tips
Research Your Date
Do a quick online search to verify they are who they say they are
✓Check their social media profiles
✓Look for mutual connections
✓Reverse image search their photos
✓Trust your instincts if something feels off
Tell Someone Your Plans
CRITICALAlways let a friend or family member know where you're going
✓Share the location, time, and person's name
✓Send photos of your date's profile
✓Set up check-in times
✓Share your live location if possible
Choose Public Locations
CRITICALAlways meet in a busy, public place for first dates
✓Popular cafes or restaurants
✓Public parks during daylight
✓Shopping centers or museums
✓Avoid private or isolated locations
Arrange Your Own Transportation
Don't rely on your date for rides, especially on first meetings
✓Drive yourself or use rideshare services
✓Have enough money for emergency transport
✓Know public transport routes
✓Never get in their car on a first date
Stay Alert & Sober
CRITICALKeep your wits about you during the date
✓Limit alcohol consumption
✓Never leave your drink unattended
✓Watch your drink being prepared
✓Trust your instincts if you feel uncomfortable
Keep Your Phone Charged
Ensure you can always call for help or leave
✓Charge your phone fully before leaving
✓Bring a portable charger
✓Keep emergency contacts accessible
✓Have rideshare apps ready
Have an Exit Strategy
Know how to leave quickly if needed
✓Sit near exits when possible
✓Know where bathrooms are
✓Have a safe word with your friend
✓Don't be afraid to leave if uncomfortable
Manage Your Own Finances
Be financially independent during dates
✓Bring enough money to pay for yourself
✓Don't feel obligated if they pay
✓Never lend money on early dates
✓Keep cards and cash secure
Don't Share Your Address
Keep your home address private until you're comfortable
✓Meet in public for pickup/drop-off
✓Use general location descriptions
✓Don't invite them home too early
✓Wait until trust is established
Reflect on Red Flags
Think about any concerning behavior
✓Were they respectful of boundaries?
✓Did anything make you uncomfortable?
✓Did they pressure you for anything?
✓Trust your gut feelings
Protect Personal Information
CRITICALBe cautious about what you share online
✓Don't share your full name initially
✓Avoid sharing work location details
✓Keep phone number private at first
✓Use the app's messaging initially
Recognize Red Flags
CRITICALWatch for warning signs in conversations
✓Asking for money or financial help
✓Rushing to meet or profess feelings
✓Avoiding video calls consistently
✓Stories that don't add up
Be Careful with Photos
Think before sharing images
✓Never send intimate photos to strangers
✓Remove location data from images
✓Don't share photos that reveal your address
✓Remember: screenshots exist forever
Video Chat Before Meeting
Verify they're real through video calls
✓Suggest a video call before in-person meeting
✓Confirms they look like their photos
✓Helps assess personality and vibe
✓Red flag if they always refuse
✅ Pre-Date Safety Checklist
Told a friend where I'm going
Meeting in a public place
Have my own transportation
Phone fully charged
Set check-in time with friend
Emergency & Support Resources
Save these numbers — help is available 24/7
Emergency Services
911
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233
RAINN Hotline
1-800-656-4673
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
🚩 Major Red Flags — Leave Immediately If:
🔴They pressure you to leave the public location
🔴You feel threatened or unsafe in any way
🔴They become aggressive or controlling
🔴They try to separate you from your belongings
🔴Your instincts say something is wrong
Trust Your Instincts
If something feels wrong, it probably is. You don't owe anyone an explanation for leaving or ending a date. Your safety comes first, always.