Dating apps dont conduct criminal background checks on users, so its up to each user to determine if they are comfortable meeting up with someone. However, it is important to remember that if you do experience sexual assault or violence while dating online or using an app, it is not your fault.

How safe is Internet dating?

Put simply, online dating is dangerous for 38% of residents across the U.S. Research shows 30 states have a danger score thats less than average. With 30 states registering lower scores, it correlates to a safe online world for about 62% of Americans.