Stay Secure and Confident
International dating should be exciting and rewarding. By following these essential safety guidelines, you can protect yourself and focus on building genuine connections.
General Safety
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Protect Your Personal Information: Never share your social security number, home or work address, or details about your daily routine with people you don't know.
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Stay on the Platform: Keep conversations on the Venezuela Blossoms platform while you're getting to know someone. Use our secure messaging and video call features.
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Research Your Match: It's okay to search for your match on social media or search engines to verify their identity.
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Report Suspicious Behavior: If someone is being offensive, asking for money, or making you feel uncomfortable, report them immediately.
Financial Safety
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Never Send Money: This is the most important rule. Never send money, wire transfers, or provide financial information to anyone you met online, regardless of the 'emergency'.
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Be Wary of Hardluck Stories: Scammers often use tragic stories about medical bills, travel costs, or family emergencies to ask for money.
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Keep Your Bank Details Private: Never share your credit card number, bank account information, or login credentials.
Meeting in Person
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Meet in Public: For your first few meetings, always choose a busy, public place during daylight hours.
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Tell Someone You Trust: Share your plans, including where you're going and who you're meeting, with a friend or family member.
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Stay Sober: Avoid excessive alcohol consumption. Keep your judgment sharp and your wits about you.
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Handle Your Own Transportation: Always have your own way to get to and from the date. Don't let your date pick you up or drop you off at your home on the first meeting.
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Trust Your Instincts: If an interaction feels wrong or you feel unsafe, leave immediately. You don't owe anyone an explanation.
Health & Respect
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Consent is Essential: Both parties must give clear, enthusiastic consent for any physical interaction.
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Know Your Status: Practice safe sex and discuss sexual health openly with your partner.
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Respect Boundaries: Everyone has different boundaries. Respect them, and expect yours to be respected in return.