Chat Rooms

Chat rooms and online messaging platforms offer a space to connect with people around the world. However, they can also pose risks, especially when users reveal personal information or engage with strangers without caution.

Always assume that people in chat rooms may not be who they say they are. Protect your privacy and personal safety at all times.

Safety Tips for Using Chat Rooms

• Never share your real name, home address, school/workplace, or phone number
• Avoid sharing personal photos or videos—especially with strangers
• Use a nickname or username that doesn’t reveal your identity
• Don’t click on unknown links or download files from chatroom users
• If someone makes you uncomfortable, leave the chat and block/report them

Meeting Someone from a Chat Room

• Only consider meeting someone if you’ve spoken extensively and verified their identity
• Always meet in a public place during the day
• Bring a friend or inform someone you trust about the meeting
• Trust your instincts—leave immediately if anything feels wrong

Chat rooms can be enjoyable and informative, but they should be used wisely. If you encounter bullying, inappropriate content, or threats, take screenshots and report the incident to platform moderators or authorities.