New Risks To Avoid On Online Dating Service For Muslims

By Joshua Graham


The internet has made it easy for Muslims to find life partners and companions from around the world. In fact, the partner could be a click away on your mobile phone. However, online dating service for Muslims comes with own risks. Here is expert advice on risks inherent on the web and how to avoid them.

Beware of identity theft. This is the most prevalent risk on the web today. People are picking names and pictures of other persons and claiming that they are their own. You will be speaking for weeks or months with a person only to realize later that he or she is an impersonator. It becomes risky when you decide to meet. Such a person may demand that you do so in secret. Resist such a move because it exposes you to danger.

Incidences of cyber bullying are on the rise. Engagements with these bullies are very friendly to begin with. They then turn to be sour and derogatory. They will even insult and threaten you. Inform the admin of the website you are using for quick action. Inappropriate pictures, texts or video chats should never take place between you and the stranger. Such materials and activities are perfect for blackmailing you in future.

Fraud is getting rampant by the day. It takes the form of a stranger asking for money or your account and credit card details. The fraudsters will use hidden tricks to ask for money. Do not send money to anyone you have met over internet. Do not share your personal finance details over the internet for whatever reason. Do not even enter such details on any website or portal that you may be asked to. This is the manifestation of fraud.

A lot of predators lurk on the web waiting to pounce on any unsuspecting soul looking for a mate. It is natural that you do not know who is on the other side of the chat. The account could be owned by a person out to manipulate you into thinking that you are safe. Such people are excellent pretenders. To avoid the danger they pose, all your meetings should happen in public places. Never engage in sexual activities with a person you have met on the web until the relationship has progressed sufficiently.

A friend should act as your checkmate when dating online. The excitement that comes with dating is likely to blind you into doing crazy things. With a friend by your side, you will be under check to make reasonable decisions. Your friend will also flag danger whenever it appears and in the process keep you safe.

The first date is a defining moment for your relationship. It determines whether you drop out or continue with the relationship. Keep the meeting point public and never dare to meet anyone you have barely interacted with. Never take the person home or go to his home. Even showing him the address is not advisable.

Online dating should be viewed as a trial period. You have every right to block anyone you think is suspicious or is moving towards a dangerous direction. Even on your first date, you should not fear to rise up and leave. Never drink on your dates to avoid impaired judgment. Restrict engagements to the dating site to avoid scammers.




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