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The growing popularity of the Internet has created a business boom for dating services. Companies such as FriendFinder have huge member databases that are growing daily, making it easy to find people who share the same interests. For busy professionals online dating services are an ideal solution to meeting new people.

Even though online dating is so convenient, and you may think that you have found your perfect person, you still have to be safe. If you meet somebody on FriendFinder, and have only talked by email or instant messenger, you do not know if the person is safe. However, following the guidelines below, you can have a safe, happy date, and perhaps you perfect person will become you only person ?.

First, you should make meet that person in a public place. Don’t let the date know your home address. Even if you dated the person before, you should be careful. Give out only your cell phone number, because it is possible to trace the home address by a landline number. Don’t worry about your date taking offense to it, it is for safety.

You have to meet in public places, such as concerts, cafes, or movies, with lots of people. Also, you can go on a double date, with a friend. This might seem awkward, but again, it’s safe.

Another thing you have to watch out for is drinking alcohol. It can impair your judgment or you can let your guard down. If you choose to drink though, try to keep it to a minimum, and stay alert.

One more tip is to pay half the bill on your first date. That way, you don’t feel obligated to go on a second date if you are interested.

Also, tell a friend where you are going with your date, and when you will be back. Have the friend call you to make sure you arrived home safely. Also, you could end your date by meeting up with friends.

Finally, the most important safety advice is to trust your own judgement. If something doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t. Don’t be afraid to end the date early if you feel uneasy with the person for any reason. You may have had extensive written communication but often it’s only in person when you can pick up signs that all may not be right. Your own judgement and common sense will best help you stay safe in the online dating scene.