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LoginHow to use online dating apps safely. Sherri Gordon, CLC is a published author, certified professional life coach, and bullying prevention expert. She's also the former editor of Columbus Parent and has countless years of experience writing and researching health and social issues. Over the past several years, the popularity of online dating has skyrocketed compared to where it originally started. In fact, dating websites and apps have given single people a convenient new way to connect with people. But, with the ease of dating websites and apps comes some new issues, particularly in the form of safety. For instance, interacting with strangers online can put you at risk for identity theft, online harassment, stalking, digital dating abuse , catfishing, and other scams. And, if you do decide to meet up "in real life" IRL with someone you met on a dating app, you need to ensure your physical safety as well. To make navigating the online dating scene a little easier and safer, we have compiled a list of important facts about online dating.
Since the first dating site launched in the s, online dating has grown in popularity and become normalized around the world. Millions of people use it to find love and companionship — but as well as the rewards of finding a partner, there are also risks, including online scams and unwanted or threatening behavior. The downsides of online dating go beyond being ghosted or having your heart broken — there are risks involved in meeting strangers online. Potential threats include:. Dating app scams — also known as romance scams or romance fraud — take place when someone believes they have made a connection or match through an online dating site or app but the person they are talking to is, in fact, a scammer.
Full stop. Online dating and dating apps are powerful connectors in the American dating landscape. And remember that if you do experience sexual violence while dating online or using an app, it is not your fault.
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