The Basics

What you need to know to be safer on Tinder and IRL — all in one place.

We’ve created a list of what you need to know to help you be safer on Tinder and IRL and put it all in one place. Come back to it whenever you have a question or need some tips.

Online

• Never give your personal information, including your address, SSN, or financial info, to your Tinder match.

• Don’t give your phone number out until you feel comfortable.

• Take your time when moving conversations off the app.

• Report all suspicious and inappropriate behavior immediately. For example:

  • Requests for money

  • Harassment or threats

  • Harmful behavior during or after meeting in person

  • Members under 18

  • Spam

  • Unsolicited requests for any nude or sexual images - whether these include you or someone else

IRL

• Meet and stay in public.

• Be in control of your transportation.

• Let someone close to you know where you are.

• If you feel uncomfortable, leave.