Dating for Online Beginners: Tips for Staying Safe
Published: 1 October 2020
Online dating revolutionized romance, but it also introduced new risks. Oklahoma State University's comprehensive guide takes you from profile creation to first date safety, covering everything busy professionals need to know. Why do people misrepresent themselves online? What's the difference between dating sites and apps? Learn the art of the strategic exit—how to plan short first dates with built-in escape routes. Plus, discover why you should never include identifying information in your profile and why that person pressuring you for explicit photos is waving a giant red flag.
Self-Defense FAQ
Published: 1 July 2006
The National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence offers critical self-defense guidance through frequently asked questions, covering safety strategies relevant to dating situations and domestic violence prevention.
Dating or Defrauding? Protect Yourself Against Romance Scams With Help From the Government
Published: 20 January 2022
When multiple federal agencies team up to warn you about something, it's serious. This comprehensive government resource reveals that Americans lost over $600 million to romance scams in 2020 alone—but there's hope. Through FinCEN's Rapid Response Program, over $1.1 billion has been recovered since 2015. Explore warnings from the FBI, FTC, CFTC, and other agencies, discover how to report fraud effectively, and learn why victims should contact their banks immediately but never reach out to FinCEN directly. Your next click could be your best defense.