Tangles • Staying Safe While Dating

1. Protect Your Personal Information

Keep identifying details private until you fully trust the person. Avoid sharing your:

Home address or workplace
Financial or banking details
Private photos or identification documents
Social security number or sensitive health information

🔒 Tip: Use Tangles’ built-in chat until you’re comfortable—avoid moving to private apps too soon.

2. Verify Who You’re Talking To

Scammers often use fake photos or copied profiles. Watch out for signs like:

Refusal to video chat or meet in person
Stories that seem “too perfect” or overly fast declarations of love
Requests for money, gift cards, or personal favors

👀 Always confirm profiles with verified badges when possible. Report suspicious users directly from their profile.

3. Keep First Meetings Public

When meeting for the first time, always choose a safe, public place:

Cafés, parks, or restaurants with plenty of people around
Tell a trusted friend or family member where you’re going and who you’re meeting
Plan your own transportation—avoid being picked up or dropped off at home

🚗 Always have your phone charged and an exit plan in case you feel uncomfortable.

4. Trust Your Instincts

If something feels off, it probably is. You never have to continue chatting, meeting, or responding. Block or report anyone who makes you uncomfortable.

Don’t ignore red flags—rushing intimacy, guilt-tripping, or manipulation
Your comfort and consent come first—always

💬 On Tangles, you can block, unmatch, or report users instantly through the menu in every chat.

5. Be Cautious With Photos and Links

Never send private or explicit images to people you haven’t met and verified. Be wary of links shared in chat—they could lead to phishing or malware sites.

⚠️ If someone pressures you for photos, or sends links that require “logging in,” stop and report it.

6. Report Suspicious Behavior

Your safety helps keep the entire Tangles community secure. Report users who:

Ask for money or financial help
Threaten, harass, or impersonate others
Share offensive or explicit content without consent

To report, tap the ⋮ menu on their profile or message, and select Report.

🛡️ Our moderation team reviews all reports confidentially and may suspend accounts violating our safety policy.

7. After a Date: Check In and Reflect

After meeting someone new, take a moment to reflect on how you felt. Did they respect your boundaries and make you feel safe? If something didn’t feel right, that’s worth trusting.

Always let a friend know you’ve returned home safely.

8. If You Feel Unsafe or Harassed

If you ever feel threatened, end communication immediately and contact local authorities if necessary. You can also email support@tangles-llc.com for help from our Safety Team.

💗 Remember: You deserve to feel safe and respected while connecting with others.