Dating Safety Tips
Meeting new people is exciting, but you should always be cautious when interacting with someone you don’t know. Use your best judgment and put your safety first. While you can’t control the actions of others, there are things you can do to help you stay safe during your Greenlight experience.
General Guidelines
Be Self-Aware
Just because someone turns on the greenlight doesn’t mean they’re interested in you. Greenlight is about creating a genuine connection and it’s important to gauge the vibe and demonstrate self-awareness. If you or the potential connection are not interested, simply say, “It was nice to meet you,” and gracefully part ways. Allow yourself the opportunity to meet a variety of new and exciting people and see what best fits what you and your connections are looking for.
Meeting in Person
Don’t Be In A Rush
Take your time and get to know the other person. Ask questions, be thoughtful and always treat each person with respect. Dating is a nerve wracking experience so be cognizant of how others may feel. Treat each other with respect as the first step in getting to know someone is to approach them which can be overwhelming.
Meet in comfortable locations
Turn on your greenlight on in locations you feel comfortable meeting new people or being approached. The power of where you decide to meet someone lies with the you. The goal of Greenlight is to connect you with potential partners whether in a park, bar, or grocery store – that is up to you.
Tell Friends and Family About Your Plans
Tell a friend or family member of your plans, including when and where you’re going. Have your cell phone charged and with you at all times. Always keep yourself safe whether on Greenlight or just for a night out. Greenlight offers a signature check-out feature once you leave your location so no user can track you after you decide to leave.
If You Feel Uncomfortable with someone, Leave
It’s okay to end the interaction early if you’re feeling uncomfortable. In fact, it’s encouraged. And if your instincts are telling you something is off or you feel unsafe, ask the bartender, server, or person for help. The power of who you choose to engage is up to you.
LGBTQ+ Dating
Engage with those you feel comfortable with. If you are specifically looking for a same gender partner to approach, please use Greenlight accordingly. Again, it is up to you who you choose to meet, but be mindful that everyone’s preferences are not the same as yours. Do not use Greenlight to approach other’s who are looking for something else.
Resources for Help, Support, or Advice
Remember — even if you follow these tips, no method of risk reduction is perfect. If you have a negative experience, please know that it is not your fault and help is available. Report any incidents to Greenlight, and consider reaching out to one of the resources below. If you feel you are in immediate danger or need emergency assistance, call 911 (U.S. or Canada) or your local law enforcement agency.
- RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline – 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) | online.rainn.org | www.rainn.org
- Planned Parenthood – 1-800-230-7526 | www.plannedparenthood.org
- National Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or 1-800-787-3224 | www.thehotline.org
- National Human Trafficking Hotline – 1-888-373-7888 or text 233733 | www.humantraffickinghotline.org
- National Sexual Violence Resource Center – 1-877-739-3895 | www.nsvrc.org
- National Center for Missing & Exploited Children – 1-800-THE-LOST (843-5678) | www.cybertipline.com
- Cyber Civil Rights Initiative – 1-844-878-2274 | www.cybercivilrights.org
- VictimConnect – Crime Victim Resource Center – 1-855-4VICTIM (855-484-2846) | www.victimconnect.org
- FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center – www.ic3.gov
- LGBT National Help Center – 1-888-843-4564 | www.lgbtnationalhelpcenter.org
- Trans Lifeline – 1-877-565-8860 (US) or 1-877-330-6366 (CA) | www.translifeline.org