CitySocialising offers a fun, safe environment in which you can connect online with and meet up and socialise offline with new people and expand your social network in Glasgow.

Whether you're heading out to one of our official Socials and events, to an activity organised by a fellow CitySocialiser or you've connected online with some new potential friends, your personal safety should be your number one priority.

Keeping in mind that to develop any kind of friendship you have to give a little to get a little, we also want you to exercise caution. Don't be afraid to make connections, but by being just a little bit cautious and using some common sense, you should be able to avoid any "bad apples."

ONLINE SAFETY GUIDELINES

The internet is a fantastic way to be able to connect with new friends that you may not have met in your everyday life. We think it’s great and want it to stay that way – so follow these simple guidelines to help make sure you stay safe online.

Guard your identity.

Even in person, you wouldn't give your number out to just anyone. Don't share your surname, personal phone numbers, place of work, home address or any other identifying information while chatting or emailing until you are comfortable doing so.

Tip: Never post personal contact information in your Profile, on the groups message boards or in the messages you send. Don't risk having this information fall into the wrong hands.

Remain anonymous until you feel safe and ready to explore other options.

Messaging people via the CitySocialising site allows you to protect your identity and email address until you choose to reveal it.

Example: Sometimes, instead of asking for information, a person will provide his or her phone number early in the message exchange. Don’t feel obliged to use it. We suggest you say something like, "I'm more comfortable just exchanging messages for now."

Trust your gut.

Immediately stop corresponding if you feel unsure or threatened and report the person to us by emailing contact@citysocialising.com. All correspondence will remain totally confidential.

Block abusers.

Block the profiles of any member who behaves in an inappropriate or abusive manner and report the behaviour to us immediately by emailing contact@citysocialising.com. All correspondence will remain totally confidential.

Examples of abuse include:

• Members sending harassing or offensive emails
• Members behaving inappropriately after meeting in person
• Fraudulent registration or Profiles
• Spam or solicitation of other services
• Copyright infringement
• Members asking you for money or donations
• Any other violation of CitySocialising’s policies

OFFLINE SAFETY GUIDELINES

Meeting up and socialising with real people in the real world in what CitySocialising is all about.

However, whether you’re planning on meeting up independently with someone you’ve connected with via the site or you’re set to attend one of our official Socials and events, it's always sensible to take basic precautions.
Trust your instincts. And be sure to keep the following guidelines in mind.

Meet up in public.

If you’re meeting up with someone on your own for the first time, always arrange to meet in a public place. Never meet in a private home or in a remote location.

Tell a friend.

Tell at least one friend or family member what you are doing, who you are meeting, where you are going and when you expect to return.

Guard your personal details.

Be careful about revealing your surname, personal phone numbers, place of work, home address or any other identifying information while chatting until you are comfortable doing so.

Don’t leave personal belongings or drinks unattended.

Don't risk having your personal information stolen. The same goes for your drink - don't risk having it tampered with.

Stay sober.

Refrain from drinking excessively, as it could impair your ability to make good decisions and may put you at risk. And CitySocialising hosts are not responsible for getting you home!

Report any “dodgy” or inappropriate behaviour.

Whether it’s someone you’ve met up with independently or at one of CitySocialising’s own Socials and Events, we strongly encourage you to report any member to us who behaves in an inappropriate, intimidating or abusive manner immediately by emailing contact@citysocialising.com.

Examples of inappropriate behaviour include:

• Sleazy or strange behaviour
• Persistent messaging/texting/calling
• Solicitation of other services
• Asking you for money or donations
• Any other violation of CitySocialising’s policies

Don’t invite people to your home.

No matter how well you get on, be careful of inviting people you’ve met online to where you live and revealing your address until you have got to know them much better.

Set up another day to meet, once you feel comfortable.

Make sure you follow these tips on subsequent meetings, until you feel confident with the new friends that you’ve met via CitySocialising.


Now that you’re aware of how to use CitySocialising safely you can:

• Start searching our database for new friends in Glasgow and get in touch to say hi.
• Join our online groups that relate to you and your interests and start networking.
• Meet and socialise with other Glasgow CitySocialisers at our organised offline Socials & Events.
• Organise your own activities and join in with the social events and outings organised by other Glasgow CitySocialisers.