4 Quick Online Dating Safety Tips For Men.
Online safety in the world of cyber-dating is an issue that causes great concern. Quite rightly, advice and warnings are mainly directed at women, but men need to be concerned as well. There is just as much danger out there for guys to fall victim to liars, cheaters, sexual predators and weirdos. So men need to stay on guard – online dating safety is not just for the fairer sex!
The following internet dating safety tips for men are basically a quick “head’s up”. A kind of first line defence, if you’d like, that might just warn guys that something is not quite right with the online relationship they’re trying to develop with a woman.
1. It’s already common knowledge not to readily give out your personal information, especially to someone you’ve just met via a dating site. A woman may make it seem that because they are they are so open and honest about sharing their personal details, that it’s O.K. and quite “normal” for you to do the same. Some guys might even be flattered by the fact that a woman is keen to get to know all about them so quickly. But, beware! You don’t know what they want to use it for…and you had better believe they want to use it for something! And, that “something” quite possibly will not be for your benefit.
Men, just like women, need to guard their real names, addresses, phone numbers, and place of employment. You wouldn’t divulge this information to a stranger you’d just met at a bar or club, so why share it at an dating site? Don’t give your personal details to anyone online until you are confident that they are who they say they are. Get to “know” your potential date first and foremost.
2. Be on guard for women who seem too financially needy. A big, red flag should be waving in your face if she straight out asks for money. However, a woman, in any of a hundred ways, can ask for money and make it appear O.K. And some guys will do anything for a woman if they think it might get them to first base and beyond! But, in reality, are these women looking for love or even friendship? Or, are they after your wallet? How does the song go?…” Money Can’t Buy Me Love..”
3. “The uncontactable phone number trick!” You know the one – a woman gives you a contact number but you can’t ever reach her. If you always have to page them or text them and have them call you back. This could be a sign that what she is telling you is not the complete truth. Is she married, or already in a relationship with another guy? Is she a player?
4. The woman you meet online seems to be pushing too hard for a commitment you aren’t ready to make, or she’s overly keen for the first “face-to-face” encounter. Could these be signs that she’s desperate or insecure? If she’s trying to ‘rope you in’ right from the start, this points to a potentially unhealthy relationship. A relationship punctuated with obsessive, controlling and jealous behavior. It might be a good time to head for the nearest exit!
Guys, you are not immune to internet dating scams and abuse simply because of the testosterone running through your veins! Consider these quick tips for your online dating safety as warning beacons that may just help you avoid unnecessary and unpleasant relationship situations.
