Safety Guidance

Welcome

Your safety and comfort matter.
11 Dates is designed to be a thoughtful, modern space for meeting like-minded people โ€” but we also recognise the importance of keeping your judgement clear and your wellbeing front and centre.

This guide offers calm, practical advice so you can enjoy dating with confidence.


1. Staying Safe Online

1.1 Be Mindful With Sharing Personal Details

Thereโ€™s no rush to share anything private.
Keep early conversations within the platform until you feel fully comfortable.

Avoid sharing:

  • Address
  • Workplace
  • Daily routines
  • Private social media
  • Childrenโ€™s details
  • Holiday dates
  • Financial information

You set the pace.


1.2 Use Your Instincts

If something feels โ€œoffโ€, even slightly, treat it seriously.
Your instincts are valid.

Trust the small cues:

  • Someone pushing too fast
  • Someone becoming overly intense
  • Someone avoiding verification
  • Someone ignoring boundaries

If you feel uneasy, step back and report it.


1.3 Keep Communication Balanced

Healthy conversations should feel:

  • Light
  • Respectful
  • Mutual
  • Comfortable

If someone is messaging excessively, demanding attention, or pushing you into deeper intimacy quickly, you can pause or block without explanation.


2. Your Safety During Online Events

2.1 Video On

This helps our mixers feel authentic and safe.

2.2 No Recording

Never record or screenshot sessions.
This is both a rule and a safety boundary.

2.3 If You Feel Uncomfortable

Leave the session quietly and message us afterwards.
You will not need to justify your decision.

2.4 Respect Other Members

Everyone is here because they value meaningful connection.
Treat others with the same calm, considerate energy youโ€™d expect.


3. When You Decide to Meet in Person

Meeting offline is your choice โ€” and entirely your responsibility.
Hereโ€™s how to remain safe without feeling fearful.

3.1 Choose a public place

Restaurants, cafรฉs, hotel bars, galleries, busy venues.
Never isolated locations.

3.2 Tell someone you trust

Share:

  • Where youโ€™re going
  • Who youโ€™re meeting
  • Your expected return time

3.3 Arrange your own transport

Never accept car lifts from someone you donโ€™t know.

3.4 Keep alcohol minimal

Stay aware and in control of your decisions.

3.5 Donโ€™t share home details

Avoid invitations to home addresses early on.

3.6 Leave if the atmosphere changes

You do not owe politeness to someone who makes you uncomfortable.
A simple โ€œIโ€™m going to head off nowโ€ is enough.


4. Recognising Red Flags

Healthy dating feels steady, respectful, and reciprocal.
If someone demonstrates any of the following, take it seriously:

  • Excessive messaging or intensity early on
  • Refusing video calls
  • Avoiding simple questions
  • Pressuring you to meet quickly
  • Over-familiarity too soon
  • Disrespectful humour or comments
  • Anger or sulking if you set a boundary

None of these are compatible with meaningful connection.


5. How to Report a Concern

If someoneโ€™s behaviour feels inappropriate, uncomfortable, or unsafe:

We handle every report discreetly and calmly.
Your wellbeing is our priority.


6. Your Personal Power

Safety isnโ€™t about fear โ€” itโ€™s about feeling:

  • aware
  • steady
  • in control
  • clear about boundaries
  • confident in your instincts

You deserve to feel safe while exploring connection.
This guidance is here to support that.


7. A Note From Us

11 Dates exists because dating should feel intentional, enjoyable, and respectful โ€” not overwhelming or unsafe.

By taking small, steady precautions, you allow room for the good stuff:

  • chemistry
  • conversation
  • joy
  • hope
  • genuine connection

Weโ€™re here to create the environment.
You get to choose what feels right for you.