Usually, online dating safety tips are targeted toward women. However, men can also run into unsafe situations online.
The online world is a great place for people to hide. That beautiful woman may not be who she said that she is, and she may even really be a he. You won’t know at first who you are dealing with, so be cautious about giving out personal information. Be wary of someone who immediately asks for personal info such as your last name, address, or employer. While she may just want to check you out, this information is not necessary until you have had more time to get to know her.
Money can be an issue with some women. Of course, many do not have the income of most men, but beware of someone who is hinting at needing loans or financial gifts. Definitely do not share financial information such as your debit card PIN or account numbers.
Another clue to potential problems is if you can never reach the woman by phone. Of course, she may not always pick up the phone when you call, but she should occasionally pick up. If this never happens, you need to consider whether she has a significant other or worse, is actually a gay man who is just toying with you.
Be sure to listen to your intuition when screening potential dates. If someone sounds too good to be true or you sense something is not quite right, you are probably correct and need to just move on to the next woman.
While mentioning the fact that you have kids and their ages is fine, do not give out details like their names, schools, activities, etc. You would be surprised at what people figure out from innocent facts that you let slip. You definitely do not want to put your kids in any danger.
By following these online dating safety tips for single fathers and your intuition, you can date successfully and avoid those who just want to take advantage of you or worse.