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Stay Safe on AffirmSpace

Safety Tips

A few simple habits can go a long way in keeping your experience safer — especially when chatting with new people or meeting someone in person for the first time.

Your Safety Matters

AffirmSpace is built to be a safe space — but a few habits go a long way in keeping your experience safe too, especially when chatting with new people or meeting someone in person for the first time.

Before You Chat

  • Take your time getting to know someone before sharing personal details like your workplace, home address, or daily routine.
  • Be cautious if someone asks for money, gifts, or financial information — this is a common scam tactic, not normal behavior.
  • If a conversation feels off, or someone is pushing you to move too fast, trust that instinct.

Protecting Your Identity

  • You're never obligated to share your orientation or gender identity with anyone before you're ready to.
  • Be mindful of details in your photos or bio that could reveal your location, workplace, or identity to people you haven't chosen to share that with.
  • If you're not fully out yet, consider what information could unintentionally out you to someone you know, and adjust your profile accordingly.
  • Never share someone else's identity, orientation, or personal details without their permission — and expect the same in return.

Meeting in Person

  • Meet in a public place for the first time — a café, restaurant, or public event works well.
  • Tell a friend or family member where you're going, who you're meeting, and when you expect to be back.
  • Arrange your own transportation to and from the meeting, so you're not relying on the other person to get home.
  • Stay sober enough to make clear decisions, especially on a first meeting.
  • It's okay to leave at any point if something feels wrong — you don't owe anyone an explanation.

Recognizing Red Flags

  • Refuses to video call or meet in a public place.
  • Asks for money, gifts, or financial help early on.
  • Pressures you for personal information, explicit photos, or to move off the app quickly.
  • Profile details don't add up, or photos seem inconsistent with their story.
Your Wellbeing

Your Mental Health Matters Too

Dating and connecting with community can bring up a lot — and that's normal.

Support Is Available

Dating and connecting with community can bring up a lot — that's normal. If you need support, AffirmSpace's counselling feature connects you with counsellors.

You can also read more in our guide on LGBTQ+ Mental Health Support .

If Something Feels Wrong

Trust yourself. You can block or unmatch anyone at any time, and report behavior that concerns you through our Report a Problem page.

Report a Problem Community Guidelines

If you're ever in immediate danger, please contact local emergency services first.

Stay Safe. Stay You.

Your safety and comfort matter. Take your time, protect your personal information, trust your instincts, and don't hesitate to step away from a situation that doesn't feel right.

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