Are you still looking for a date to celebrate valentine's day? But scared of facing safety issues? Well, Tinder, one of the fan-favorite dating app has come up with safety features available in four new languages.
In collaboration with Centre for Social Research (CSR) - a non-profit dedicated to building a safer, more equal world, free from violence and gender inequality - has launched Tinder Dating Safety Guide. This guide will be now available in four Indian languages. This includes Marathi, Hindi, Kannada and Bengali.
Have a safe date this V-day
Tinder has partnered with CSR India, drawing on the NGO’s expertise, research, and insights at the intersection of technology and violence against women. This collaboration will help in shaping the safety efforts for this guide. The new initiative comes as a part of Tinder’s ongoing aim to educate and create awareness around online dating safety in India.
First introduced in English, the Tinder Dating Safety Guide is designed to empower young adults with practical tips and tools to navigate online dating and in-person dates confidently and responsibly. Since its launch, the guide has received over 1M views and 50k downloads. By localizing this resource, Tinder and CSR aim to reach more young adults across India. thus, encouraging safe dating practices across the country. Also, it has updated its AI-powered safety functionalities including ‘Are You Sure?’ and ‘Does This Bother You?’.
Empowering Safe Connections in Your Own Language
Dating should always be fun and safe, and this guide is here to help! Packed with all the essentials, it’s your go-to for navigating the online dating world confidently and responsibly:
Spotting the good and bad signs: Learn how to look for “red flags” (things that might not feel right) and “green flags” (signs of respect and kindness). The guide helps you identify green flags like respectful communication, active listening, genuine interest, and clear intentions.
Making consent clear and empowering: Consent means agreeing to something in a clear and enthusiastic way. It’s super important! This guide teaches why consent is key to making dating experiences better, whether online or in person. Plus, you’ll find resources like Tinder’s www.letstalkconsent.com and the details about the free “Let’s Talk Consent” course on Coursera by Tinder and Yuvaa to learn even more.
Using smart safety tools: Complementing Tinder’s Safety Centre that equips users with essential resources and guidelines, the guide will aim to educate users on how to make the most of their dating experience, while also staying alert, both online and offline. Features like Photo Verification, Unmatch, and Block Contacts give you control over your Tinder experience. These tools help you check if your Tinder matches are real, keep away unwanted interactions, and stay in charge of who you connect with.
Reporting bad behavior and finding help: If something doesn’t feel right, the guide explains how to report harassment or inappropriate behaviour straight through the app. To report someone, the user needs to go to their profile, scroll down and tap Report. You’ll also find links to trusted resources and organizations that can provide support if you ever need it.