Safety in Chat Roulettes: How to Protect Yourself
Recently, I started using chat roulette and encountered an unpleasant situation: my interlocutor started asking personal questions and tried to bring up frank topics. How can I protect myself and my personal information in such chats? What should I do to avoid communicating with dangerous people on the Internet?
First of all, you should remember that safety in online chats begins with caution. Never share personal information such as your full name, address, phone number, financial details, or any other information that can be used against you.
If the other person starts asking you too personal questions or tries to get you to talk about something intimate, don't hesitate to turn off the conversation. In such situations, it's better to play it safe and change the other person.
Use the block and report function if you feel threatened or have unpleasant behavior. Most video chats provide such tools to protect their users. Don't be afraid to use them to ensure your own safety.
Remember that anyone can be behind the screen. Don't trust everything that is said on the Internet. If something seems suspicious, it's better to end the connection and report suspicious behavior to the platform administrators.