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Safe Gay Online Dating Tip #2

Tip #2: Protect Your Identity and Personal Information

By Ramon Johnson, About.com

For your own protection, never disclose any personal information that a stranger could use to possibly take advantage of you. It's not necessary to always use a fake name, but be weary of giving out your address, place of work or other sensitive information.

More online dating safety tips:

Tip #1: Crawl Before You Walk
Tip #3: Leave a Trail
Tip #4: Get a Photo
Tip #5: Talk on the Phone First
Tip #6: Meet in a Public Place
Tip #7: Map an Escape Route
Tip #8: Know His Sexual History
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