There is a link between online dating and sexual violence. The built-in features within dating applications easily allow for predatory behaviour due to the anonymity of their users. This type of behaviour can be prevented by including safety features. Our application allows students to have access to safety features such as an emergency system, location services, SACHA, and SWHAT in order ensure the security of our users.
Statistics:
- Women are much less likely than men to initiate contact on a dating service
- Women are 2.5x more likely than a man to receive a response if they initiate contact.
- In a study, 57% of female respondents and 21% of male respondents reporting experiencing harassment on a dating service.
- 78% of singles are more likely to “like” (or swipe right) someone who has good reviews from other singles, while 88% are less likely to “like” someone with a bad reviews.
Statistics provided by Dating Sites Reviews.
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