It only takes one incident to put you in harm's way. Should something happen on a blind date or net hookup, you can greatly assist the proper authorities by leaving a log of where you're traveling or telling a good friend the exact location of your trip. This may seem cumbersome or over-protective, but your safety is well worth a few seconds of your time.
More online dating safety tips:
Tip #1: Crawl Before You Walk
Tip #2: Protect Your Identity and Personal Information
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
Safe Gay Online Dating Tip #3 Tip #3: Leave a Trail
By Ramon Johnson, About.com Guide
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