2007-08-20 00:54:24 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
ALWAYS meet in a public place, do not leave that public place..make sure they are who they say they are..I have been unsuccessful at online dating thus far, but I have met a few new friends, so its ok..just be careful, there are some nasty, nasty ppl in this world who want nothing but to hurt you. Plentyoffish.com is totally free
2007-08-20 01:04:06 · answer #1 · answered by ccstangfan2 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it is a good idea and there are so many to choose from. I think Match.com and eharmony.com are great, they match you up. Now, personally I have used Yahoo personals and I have meet and dated some of the nicest guys. You will go on the sight fill out all kinds of info. and they will match you up. Always, always ....when you are meeting someone for the 1st time, make it a public place and if possible, bring a friend along and tell your date you are doing so. Online dating is the way to go for this generation. Long, long time ago, friends and relatives would "FIX" you up with someone but those days are long gone. I think it is safe to date online and just use your common sense, if something don't feel right, it probably ain't....
2007-08-20 08:02:47 · answer #2 · answered by lucylocket7258 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Hi candlelight,
If you use Yahoo Personals, you can keep your profile "hidden" so others cannot see it, unless you view their profile(s). This is one nice safeguard to avoid contact you do not wish to receive.
Be thorough on your profile, making sure to list your most desired qualities/traits as well as those you do NOT want in a match.
Avoid posting any seductive or overly-revealing pics of yourself, as this will attract the guys you want to "be aware of".
Communicate by email first, when you feel there is a connection, then exchange phone numbers. It's best to have a few phone conversations before you agree to meet, just to be certain their personality matches the profile.
As you've received from other answers here, always meet in a public place.
I met an incredible woman thru Y.P. but did have to sort through unsolicited contacts from people who obviously didn't read key info in my profile. Just use the same cautions you would use if a stranger approached you in public.
good luck ~
2007-08-20 08:24:48 · answer #3 · answered by yoak 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
beware of many things. I always got lectured on the rapists out there that meet women online to kill them. Just be smart about it. I would recommend talking with them for awhile until you feel comfortable with them. then meet a few times at a restaurant. but the best thing to do whether you meet someone online or at a bar. Check out what they have to say. check marriage records, arrest records, if they tell you where they work call and just ask if someone by that name works there. You will save yourself a lot of trouble and potential heart break come to find out that someone you've been seeing for X amount of time is a liar or married.
2007-08-20 08:34:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
firs of all, you should be aware of what your intentions are... are you into online dating just for fun or you might try to consider serious relationships online? coz you might not know what you are into... another thing is that what your limitations are... many guys online are such perverts and they will test you. try to assert your rights if you think you are being harrassed. also be aware that even though people online might be pretending, some of them are also honest and eager to build relationships with you. the point is for you to really know how to tell if people are being themselves... dont be trusting too much. be cautious all the time coz many losers are out to get you. but most of all, learn to have fun.... and be open to possibilities. :) you might not know, mr right is just an email away.
2007-08-20 08:07:12 · answer #5 · answered by brazenlove 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What to be aware of?
People lie...big time.
2007-08-20 07:59:28 · answer #6 · answered by Wolfithius 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
beware the guys only there for sex or to "play" with women...
or if that is what you are looking for, enjoy... :D
2007-08-20 07:58:54 · answer #7 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the rapists and such.
Good luck though.
2007-08-20 07:58:06 · answer #8 · answered by threecities 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋