Built On Trust
Every conversation starts somewhere safe
Meeting someone new should feel exciting, not risky. Here's how we've designed CafeConnects to keep it that way.
Core Safety Pillars
Four things every meeting relies on
Identity Verification
Every member verifies their identity before they can book a meeting.
Public-Venue-Only Meetings
Every meeting happens at a public, verified partner café — never a private address.
In-App Reporting
Report any concern directly in the app — our team follows up on every report.
Community Guidelines
Clear, enforced guidelines set expectations for respectful, genuine behavior.
Before You Meet
What happens before your first conversation
- 1
Verify Your Identity
A quick, one-time verification step before you can book a meeting.
- 2
Choose a Public Café
Every booking happens at a verified partner café.
- 3
Meet With Confidence
Show up knowing every member has been through the same process.
Questions
Common safety questions
- Members complete a quick verification step in the app before they can book their first meeting. See our Safety Guide for the full walkthrough.
- No — every CafeConnects meeting happens at a public, verified partner café. This is a core part of how we keep meetings safe.
- Our team reviews every report and takes action according to our community guidelines. Reporting is available directly in the app.
- Meeting in a public, verified café with an identity-verified member is designed to feel safe for a first meeting. Read our full Safety Guide for practical tips too.
Ready to meet with confidence?
Download the app and see how safety is built into every step.