Before meeting in person with someone you’ve talked to on Online, we recommend that you read the information below to help keep yourself safe. You are always the best judge of your own safety, and these guidelines are not meant to substitute for your own judgment.

 

 

When meeting someone from online in person:

 

• Meet and stay in public: Make sure that the meeting location is public and has other people around.

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• Familiarize yourself with the meeting spot: If possible, check out the meeting location ahead of time.

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• Don’t share personal information: Use your best judgment when communicating with the other person, and don't share personal information like your home address.​

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• Tell someone a friend or family member the exact location you're planning to meet and when you plan to be back home. Consider asking another adult to come with you.

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• Bring your mobile phone with you.