First date safety tips

Most first dates are simply nice or a little awkward. A few habits make sure that the rare bad one stays harmless.

Video call before you meet

A short video call confirms that the person matches the photos and gives you a feel for the conversation. If someone keeps refusing, do not meet.

Choose a public place and your own transport

Meet in a café or another busy place, at a time when there are people around. Travel there and back on your own, so you can leave whenever you want.

Tell someone where you are

Share the name of your date, the place and the time with a friend, and agree on a check-in moment. On SafeD8 the safety check-in does this for you and alerts your trusted contact if you ask for help.

Trust your feeling

You never owe anyone more time than you want to give. If something feels wrong, leave. Keep an eye on your drink and keep your phone charged. A good date will understand all of this.