How to Plan a Safe First Date (Complete Checklist)

Before the Date

Complete before leaving:

• •Verify their identity — at minimum reverse image search + video call
• •Tell your safety person — name, photo, venue, time, check-in schedule
• •Share live location — activate before leaving
• •Arrange own transport — your car or pre-loaded rideshare
• •Check phone — fully charged, rideshare loaded, emergency contacts saved
• •Set boundaries — drink limit, time limit, information limits
• •Prepare exit — excuse ready, code word active

During the Date

Maintain awareness:

• •Do they match their profile?
• •Are your boundaries being respected?
• •How do they treat service staff?
• •Is your gut comfortable?
• •Are they pushing alcohol?

After the Date

Debrief while observations are fresh: boundaries respected? Profile matched? Anything uncomfortable? Would you feel safe alone with them?