How to Stay Safe on Your First Date

If you're looking to meet someone special through an online dating site, your main priority is to stay safe on your first date. You must find the best dating site that runs a thorough background check. It's for your safety and weeds out criminals and drug users.


You need to ask the dating company lots of questions and have them help you with your profile. Most members are honest but there are a few shady characters that pass through the screening process. Once you find someone that meets your compatibility test, it's time to prepare for your safety.


After all, they're a stranger and you have no idea what they have in mind. Never give them personal information, tell them where you work or tell them where you live. It's best to leave all your credit cards at home.


If you're meeting them at night, make sure it's a well lit busy restaurant. Make sure you meet them in the building, never in the parking lot. Make your first date short, less than an hour and preferably in the day time. This gives you a chance to see if you like this person and if he is what you're looking for. Find out what his likes and dislikes are, if he has pets and does he work.


It only takes a minute to know if you like someone and if you don't, have an excuse ready to exit the building. If he acts or dresses weird, that is a good indication he has a problem. Always have your keys and cell phone handy.


If you have to dig for them, you'll never get away from him. If he starts asking personal questions or questions about your finances, tell him you need to go to the restroom, and then leave quickly. You need to prepare for online dating safety so if you run into the wrong person, you have an escape plan.


Do not leave the restaurant with him and don't let him talk you into going to his apartment. It's dangerous and he wants one thing from you. If he is a nice guy, he won't suggest it and is probably looking for a relationship just as you are.


If you like him and want to see him again, get to know him well before meeting at his apartment or telling him where you live. When you really like someone, they can sound so convincing that it's hard not to give in to their wants and needs.


This is where you need a stone cold heart. It's easier said than done, but you must use your head and not your feelings. If he really likes you, he will respect your rights and privacy. You can stay safe on your first date by following the advice in this article.


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