Online friendships can be wonderful — many people met their best friend in a chat room. But not everyone comes with good intentions. Keep these ten rules in mind and you will enjoy yourself while staying safe.
1. Keep personal details private
Never share your phone number, home address, school, workplace or ID in a room or chat — however friendly someone seems.
2. Money requests are a red flag
“Send me some money, I’ll pay you back” or “I’ll sell you cheap coins outside the app” are classic scams. Off-platform payments are against GiftLive’s Terms.
3. Think twice before clicking links
Never log in through a link a stranger sends. GiftLive will never ask for your password.
4. Be careful with photos and videos
Once sent, a photo is out of your control. If someone asks for private pictures, end the conversation.
5. Leave when it feels wrong
Uncomfortable in a room? Leave the seat or the room with one tap — no explanation needed.
6. Block, don’t argue
If someone bothers you, open their profile and block them. Blocked users can’t message you any more.
7. Report — it protects everyone
Report threats, harassment, sexual talk or scams from inside the app. Our team reviews every report.
8. Meeting in person? Plan it safely
Meet in a busy public place in daylight the first time, and tell your family where you are going.
9. Secure your account
Turn on 2-Step Verification for the Google account you sign in with, and don’t let others log in on your phone.
10. Look out for younger users
GiftLive is for people aged 13 and over. If a younger family member chats online, talk to them about these rules.
