Safety First: How to Meet New People Confidently

Your Safety Is Our Priority

BeerMates is built on the foundation of safe, verified connections. While the vast majority of meetups go smoothly, it's important to know how our safety features work and what you can do to protect yourself.

Our Built-In Safety Features

Verified Identities

Every BeerMates user completes a selfie liveness check using advanced AI. This verifies you're a real person, not a bot or fake profile. Your biometric data is processed on your device and never uploaded to our servers.

Two-Way Rating System

After every meetup, both users rate their experience. Low-rated users get flagged, and users with consistently poor ratings may be removed from the platform. This community-driven approach ensures quality connections.

Block and Report Tools

Every chat has instant blocking and reporting features. Our team reviews all reports within 24 hours and takes appropriate action. Blocked users will never see your profile again.

Privacy Protection

Your exact location is never shared. We fuzz your position to show you're nearby without revealing your precise coordinates. Only the agreed meetup venue is shared with your match.

Before the Meetup

Chat First

Take a few minutes to chat with your match before meeting. Discuss the venue, what you'll drink, and general interests. If something feels off during the chat, trust your instincts.

Choose Public Venues

BeerMates only suggests public bars and breweries. Never agree to meet at someone's home or a private location for the first several meetups.

Tell a Friend

Let someone know where you're going and who you're meeting. Share the venue name and your expected return time.

Plan Your Transportation

Have a way to get home safely. Know the public transit schedule, have a rideshare app ready, or arrange a designated driver.

During the Meetup

Arrive Separately

Meet at the venue itself, not at a nearby location. This keeps your route and transportation method private.

Stay in Public Areas

Keep your meetup in the main bar area. Don't go to secluded corners, back rooms, or outside areas alone with someone you just met.

Watch Your Drink

Order your own drinks from the bartender. Never leave your drink unattended or accept drinks you didn't see poured.

Trust Your Gut

If something feels wrong, it's okay to leave. You don't owe anyone an explanation. Your safety comes first.

Keep Personal Info Private

You don't need to share your last name, exact address, or workplace on the first meetup. Get to know someone gradually.

After the Meetup

Rate Honestly

Your rating helps protect the community. If someone made you uncomfortable, rate them accordingly and provide details in the report.

Report Issues Immediately

If something concerning happened, report it right away. Our team investigates all reports and can take action to prevent others from having negative experiences.

Red Flags to Watch For

• Pressuring you to meet immediately without chatting first
• Suggesting private or non-public meeting locations
• Asking for money or financial help
• Being evasive about basic questions or personal details
• Showing up intoxicated or acting aggressively
• Refusing to respect your boundaries or comfort level

Building Trust Over Time

The best connections on BeerMates develop naturally. First meetups should be short - just one or two drinks. As you build trust over multiple meetups, you can extend the hangouts and visit new venues together.

Remember: thousands of BeerMates users have safe, positive experiences every week. By following these guidelines and using your best judgment, you'll be part of that success story.

Have safety concerns or questions? Contact us at safety@beermates.app