Online dating safety for LGBTQ+ teens

Aug 9

LGBTQ+ teens are at higher risk for being victimized online (see slides for details!) and it's not uncommon for teens to pretend to be older on dating apps (which can lead to additional risks). This is why it's important for all youth (and their parents!) to understand the risks of online dating and know how to be smart online... These practical tips are actually great ideas for anyone who may be considering online dating (including non-LGBTQ folks and adults!), but since LGBTQ+ teens are especially vulnerable to being targeted online, we are presenting these tips especially to help LGBTQ+ youth stay safe.

We've got 6 great tips for staying safe online - especially in online dating or dating-adjacent situations, where the people you meet might not be everything that they seem. Download the free pdf with these 6 tips for online dating safety (free pdf download here).

Share this important information with your youth friends and parents, leaders, mentors, and teachers. Even if you or your teen aren't involved in online dating now, education is the key to preventing potential problems in the future! The more we know about teen online dating (and especially LGBTQ+ teen online dating), the better you will be able to build healthy relationships and avoid potential problems if you do decide to date online…