New Guide Offers Expert Safety Tips for Chatting with Matches, Meeting IRL, or Catching a Ride DALLAS , Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Match Group, the parent company of Tinder and Hinge, is teaming up with Uber and It's On Us , the largest US nonprofit program in the U.S.
dedicated to college sexual assault prevention, to empower millions of students across 2,000+ colleges and universities nationwide with information on how to navigate the dating scene safely. Together, they've created a new guide in consultation with campus safety experts that highlights ways to date smarter and safer on- and off-campus. The guide also highlights ways to leverage app-specific tools like Verification and Reporting on Tinder and Hinge, and how to Check Your Ride before getting into an Uber.
"College is a time for new experiences and connections, and dating apps often play a big role in that journey," said Tasha Menaker , Senior Director of Social Impact at Match Group. "At Match Group, our priority is making sure that these connections are not only exciting but also safe for everyone involved. We're proud to partner with Uber and It's On Us to provide students with the knowledge they need to date confidently and securely.
" The goal is to arm students with the knowledge and tools they need to stay safe and have the most positive dating experiences possible — whether they're chatting with matches, meeting in person, or catching a ride. New and returning students can snag these guides from a l.