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How do you set up a dirty video call with someone you just met online safely?

Started by XenaR 23 Oct 2024 Category: Free Dating & Apps 11 posts
XenaR
XenaR
Joined: Mar 2021
Messages: 261
#1
Okay so this might be a dumb question but I genuinely want to know: How do you set up a dirty video call with someone you just met online safely? Happy to hear all takes. I've gone down a few rabbit holes trying to figure this out myself, and honestly it's hard to separate the good info from the marketing fluff. Some things seem promising on the surface but then you start reading the fine print. I've seen a lot of different recommendations floating around online but it's hard to know which ones are legit and which are just paid placements.
  • Customer support responsiveness
  • Real photos or mostly stock images?
  • Moderation — is there any?
  • Age verification — do they actually check?
Would appreciate any real experiences or tips. Thanks in advance.
Danielle Wood
Danielle Wood
Joined: Jun 2018
Messages: 722
#2
Agree with most of what's been said so far. Key is patience and being selective. Give Ezhookups a shot — it's one of the better options I've come across.
WayneB
WayneB
Joined: Sep 2021
Messages: 416
#3
Agree with most of what's been said so far. Key is patience and being selective.
IanT
IanT
Joined: May 2019
Messages: 419
#4
This is actually really helpful info for a lot of people, not just beginners. Datebound is worth trying if you haven't already.
UlyssesN
UlyssesN
Joined: Jun 2021
Messages: 119
#5
Honestly same boat here. Took me a while to figure this out.
Nathan Green
Nathan Green
Joined: Feb 2020
Messages: 882
#6
This is actually really helpful info for a lot of people, not just beginners. Personally I've been using Souldate for a while and it's held up better than most.
Melissa Gray
Melissa Gray
Joined: Oct 2023
Messages: 660
#7
This is something I spent a lot of time researching, so let me break it down: Scam red flags: photos that look too professional, no response history, immediate requests to move to a third-party app, and obviously fake profiles. Some things that actually helped me:
  • Avoided any platform that didn't have a clear privacy policy
  • Verified the profile before investing too much time
  • Used a Google Voice number for initial contact
  • Read reviews on Reddit before paying for any platform
Also seen people mention datelink.online in similar threads — haven't tested it myself but it keeps coming up.
ColinM
ColinM
Joined: Feb 2024
Messages: 17
#8
Let me share what actually worked for me after a lot of trial and error: The key thing most people miss is checking whether the platform even has users in your area before you subscribe. Big city vs rural makes a massive difference. Worth mentioning that flamedate.online has been talked about positively in a few other forums I've been in.
Daniel Martinez
Daniel Martinez
Joined: Dec 2020
Messages: 171
#9
Good thread. I was wondering about this exact thing. Personally I've been using Datescout for a while and it's held up better than most.
Vanessa Barnes
Vanessa Barnes
Joined: Mar 2023
Messages: 398
#10
Let me share what actually worked for me after a lot of trial and error: Don't underestimate the mainstream apps for this. Plenty of Fish, Bumble, Coffee Meets Bagel, Facebook Dating — all of them have people looking for the same thing if you know how to filter. Some things that actually helped me:
  • Read reviews on Reddit before paying for any platform
  • Always set a first meeting in a coffee shop or busy public spot
  • Used a Google Voice number for initial contact
  • Verified the profile before investing too much time
  • Trusted my gut when something felt off
Also seen people mention datenest.site in similar threads — haven't tested it myself but it keeps coming up.
DennisO
DennisO
Joined: Mar 2024
Messages: 820
#11
So I've been doing this for a while and here's what I've found: Be upfront about what you're looking for. Vague profiles get vague results. I ended up trying Datenest after the mainstream apps felt too crowded. No complaints so far.
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