Thankfully I've never been too incredibly into online dating. I tried it once... but it went very badly. ( Not in an abusive or kidnap way or anything, they just looked NOTHING like their pictures. ) So, I try and steer clear of online dating. However, I know a few people who have had success with it. I think as long as you're safe about it and don't jump the gun to meet the person a day later and meet in a public area as mentioned, you'll be fine... or better off anyway.