Meeting new people can be thrilling, but it’s important to prioritize your safety. Here are some tips to help you stay safe while using Jos Linkup.
Online Safety
1. Never Send Money or Share Financial Information
- Never send money to someone you haven’t met in person, especially via wire transfer. Be cautious about sharing any information that could give someone access to your financial accounts. Report any requests for money to us immediately.
2. Protect Your Personal Information
- Avoid sharing sensitive personal information such as your address, daily routine, or social security number with people you do not know. If you have children, limit the information you share about them.
3. Stay on the Platform
- Keep your conversations within the Jos Link Up platform while you’re getting to know someone. This helps protect you through our safety features. Be wary of anyone who wants to move the conversation off-platform quickly.
4. Be Cautious with Long-Distance Relationships
- Watch out for scammers who claim to be from your area but are stuck elsewhere. Be skeptical of anyone who avoids meeting in person or talking on the phone/video call.
5. Report Suspicious and Offensive Behavior
- Report anyone who violates our terms, including asking for money, underage users, harassment, threats, or any suspicious behavior. Your reports are confidential and help keep our community safe.
6. Protect Your Account
- Use a strong password and be careful when logging in from public or shared computers. Jos Link Up will never ask for your username and password via email.
Meeting in Person
1. Don’t Rush
- Take your time getting to know someone before meeting in person. Use phone or video calls to screen for any red flags.
2. Meet in Public
- Always meet in a populated, public place for the first few dates. Avoid meeting at your home, your date’s home, or any private location.
3. Inform Friends or Family
- Let someone know your plans, including when and where you’re going. Keep your phone charged and with you at all times.
4. Control Your Transportation
- Plan your own transportation to and from the date so you can leave whenever you feel the need. Have a backup plan in case something goes wrong.
5. Know Your Limits
- Be aware of how drugs or alcohol affect you and don’t let anyone pressure you into taking more than you’re comfortable with.
6. Keep Your Drinks and Belongings Safe
- Always know where your drink comes from and never leave it unattended. Keep personal items like your phone and wallet with you at all times.
7. Trust Your Instincts
- If you feel uncomfortable at any point, it’s okay to leave the date. Your safety is the most important thing.
Sexual Health & Consent
1. Protect Yourself
- Use condoms correctly and consistently to reduce the risk of STIs. Be aware of STIs that can be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact and consider vaccinations where appropriate.
2. Know Your Status
- Regularly get tested for STIs and be aware that not all STIs show symptoms. Knowing your status helps protect you and your partners.
3. Communicate Openly
- Discuss sexual health and STI testing with your partner before becoming intimate. Respect your partner’s boundaries and ensure that consent is clear and ongoing.
4. Understand Consent
- Consent should be given freely and can be withdrawn at any time. Never engage in sexual activity with someone who is uncomfortable, unsure, or unable to consent due to drugs or alcohol.
By following these tips, you can help ensure a safer and more enjoyable experience on Jos Linkup. If you ever feel unsafe or encounter suspicious behavior, please report it to us immediately.