GGC - Sexual Health - Supporting Adult Service Users with Relationships, Sexual Health and Sexual Wellbeing - IN DEVELOPMENT
Crimestoppers: Online dating safety 
NHS Inform: The effects of Alcohol and Drugs on your Sexual Wellbeing
NHS Inform: Healthy relationships
Warning
Online dating is a popular way for people to meet. Online dating involves using websites or apps to create a profile, connect with others and potentially engage in romantic/sexual relationships. It's important to manage risks and protect privacy when meeting people online.
Managing risks around online dating:
Choose well known apps/websites. Choosing well known dating websites or apps with a good reputation is safer.
Sharing Information: People should limit personal information on profiles and avoid sharing full name, address, or phone number until they feel comfortable.
Meeting in Public Places: When people are initially meeting someone, they should arrange to meet in a public place and let a friend or family member know where they are going and when they expect to be back
If something feels doesn’t feel right about someone online, its best to stop contacting them.
Managing risks in online relationships:
Building trust online takes time. People should get to know someone gradually through conversations before progressing to meeting in person
Romance Scams: Be cautious of individuals who quickly state strong feelings or ask for money or gifts. People should never send money or give financial information to someone they haven’t met.
Related topics: Sex and the law, Different types of relationship, Healthy relationships, Communication