Tried searching but couldn't find a clear up-to-date answer, so here we are. Roleplay communities have their own etiquette — state preferences upfront to save time.
Old Java-based chat rooms are basically dead. Everything has moved to modern web tech. A separate browser profile for any adult platform is basic hygiene at this point.
Platform reputation on review sites is a decent proxy for moderation quality.
Basic precautions I follow:
- Public first meetings are non-negotiable. Coffee shop, bar, anywhere visible.
- Tell a trusted friend where you're going and share your live location during a first meet.
- Payment requests from matches should always be treated as a scam regardless of the story.
- Blackmail starts with compromising content — be thoughtful about what you share.