Safe Internet dating requires you to be on the look-out for those pranksters and tricksters. Although you should build a trustful relationship with a potential partner, you should always be on the look out for things that make you raise your eyebrows. Is your new friend being honest with you? You can never be too sure. It's best to go with your instincts. Be aware of any inconsistencies when you are getting to know your prospect. And never ever give out information that will compromise you, like your exact address or your unlisted number. There is a way to keep your exchanges fun and meaningful without immediately getting personal. If you aren't careful, you might just end up with a stalker totally obsessed with you.

Scams are also things to keep an eye on. Money matters should not be handled over the Internet. While there are popular dating sites with high success ratings --most of them charge for a monthly fee -- there are others with bogus promises that will just rob you of your hard-earned cash. Aside from these, be careful with whom you are casually engaging online. Aside from the stalkers, the sex maniacs, and other kinds of creeps, there are people who are out for your money and they will tell you sob stories that may compel you to give your money to them.