Many people are using the social networks to build relationships these days. Some of these sites include Facebook, twitter linked-in, with linkedin more focused on business relationships. The internet has taken romance globally and a lot of people are finding partners from all around, in some cases even other countries. However as easy as this may sound, it is good to keep some safety measures in place to prevent dangerous situations from taking place. You may find someone who appears to have the same interests as you, but some of them could be pretending to get your attention. For your safety, ensure that the following information is clear with you before you choose to meet anyone from social networks.
First it is important not to share any personal information with someone you do not know well. You could be chatting with anyone for as long as a whole year but that does not mean you know them well enough to share everything about your life with him. Things like giving out your account numbers could be the dumbest thing to do. A mistake like this can bankrupt you both financially and emotionally. As well, others can use the information you give them to give to someone else, or even frame you for a crime “they” are committing.
When you eventually decide to meet one on one, make sure that the meeting point is in public. For a first meeting it is not wise to invite a person to your house. Make sure you go to a restaurant or coffee shop that is secure enough and avoid romantic places that are often private and secluded. If you choose to eat, make sure you eat the foods you are familiar and watch your alcohol intake.
As well, it always makes sense to tell a close friend of yours about the meeting and about the exact place you are meeting. If possible have them accompany you and stay alert to watch for anything bad. As well, give your friend the phone number and real names of the person you are meeting along with the names they use in the social network.
Before meeting the person make sure you find out as much as possible about them through other sites like Google. Search engines can give you a clue on how to find out if the people you are meeting are safe to be with or if they are a great danger to your life. Of course make sure you have their real name
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