Chat Safety Tips

Most people in chat rooms just want a good conversation. These tips help you enjoy it and stay safe.

Keep personal details private

• Use a chat name that isn't your real name or a handle you use elsewhere.
• Don't share your address, phone number, workplace, school or passwords.
• Be careful with photos. They can reveal more than you think, like where you live.

Watch out for scams

• Never send money, gift cards or crypto to someone you met online, whatever the story.
• Be wary of anyone who quickly asks to move to another app, or sends links you didn't ask for.
• If something feels too good to be true, it probably is.

Use the tools

• Block anyone who makes you uncomfortable. You don't need a reason.
• Report harassment, threats, spam or anyone who seems to be under 18.
• Use the private message filters in the join steps to choose who can message you.

Meeting in person

If you decide to meet someone, meet in a busy public place, tell a friend where you'll be, and arrange your own transport.

If something goes wrong

If someone threatens you and knows enough about you to act on it, contact your local police and keep any evidence. For anything else, see our Support page.