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Trust & Safety

Safety isn't a feature. It's the foundation.

A travel companion is someone you may share a taxi, a guesthouse or a week of your life with. That's why we built Find Travel Partner around trust from the very first day — and why verification here is mandatory, not optional.

Our commitment to you

Meeting someone new to travel with should feel exciting, not risky. We take that seriously. Every part of this platform — from the moment you create an account to the day you return home — is designed to reduce uncertainty and keep real people connected with other real people.

We can't promise to remove every risk that exists in the world; no honest platform can. What we can promise is to give you the strongest possible foundation of trust, the tools to protect yourself, and a team that responds when something isn't right. We would rather grow slowly with a community you can rely on than quickly with one you can't.

“Trust is the entire point. If you can't be sure who you're meeting, finding a travel partner is worthless — so we put safety first, every single time.”

Identity verification, for everyone

The single most important safeguard on the platform — and the one no member can skip.

Confirmed identity

Every member verifies who they are through a secure process before they can connect with anyone. Real identities, confirmed up front.

The verified badge

A clear badge on each profile shows who has completed verification — so you always know the person you're talking to is real.

Handled with care

We collect only what we need to confirm you're real, protect it carefully, and never put your verification details on public display.

Safety built into the experience

Verification is the foundation. These tools protect you at every step after it.

Secure in-app messaging

Get to know a potential companion inside a protected environment. There's no need to share your phone number or personal email until you decide you're comfortable.

Report & block, any time

If anything feels off, you can block a member instantly and report them in a couple of taps. You're always in control of who can reach you.

Active moderation

Our team and systems work to detect and remove fake profiles, scams and behaviour that breaks our guidelines — keeping the community genuine.

Privacy controls

You decide what's visible and who can contact you. Adjust your privacy settings at any time, and keep sensitive details private until you choose to share them.

Your part: meeting a travel partner safely

Even on a verified platform, a few sensible habits go a long way. Keep these in mind whenever you connect with someone new.

  • Keep early conversations on the platform. There's no rush to move to private channels. Our messaging keeps a record and lets you report issues — use it until you genuinely trust the other person.
  • Have a video call before you commit. A short call before meeting in person or booking anything together confirms your companion is who their profile says — and gives you a real sense of them.
  • Meet in a public place first. Plan your first in-person meeting somewhere busy and public, ideally before the trip itself, so you can get comfortable with no pressure.
  • Share your plans with someone you trust. Let a friend or family member know who you're traveling with, where you're going and your rough itinerary — and check in with them along the way.
  • Keep your independence, especially early on. Consider separate accommodation until you're fully at ease, hold on to your own documents and money, and keep a backup plan so you're never reliant on one person.
  • Trust your instincts. If something feels wrong, you never owe anyone an explanation. Step back, block or report the member, and reach out to our team — your comfort always comes first.
In an emergency, contact local authorities first. If you ever feel you're in immediate danger while traveling, contact local emergency services right away. Our team is here to help with platform and account issues, but your physical safety always comes before anything else.

Community guidelines, in short

Find Travel Partner works because of the people in it. To keep the community safe and welcoming, every member agrees to a simple set of expectations:

  • Be real and honest. Use your true identity and accurate information about your trips. Impersonation and fake profiles are never allowed.
  • Be respectful. Treat every member with courtesy. Harassment, hate speech, discrimination and unwanted advances have no place here.
  • Keep it about travel. This is a platform for finding travel companions — not for dating, soliciting or selling. Keep conversations focused on the journey.
  • Protect each other. Report anything that seems unsafe or against the rules. We operate a zero-tolerance approach to behaviour that puts members at risk.

Reporting & support

How to report

Every profile and conversation includes a report option. Flag a member in a couple of taps, tell us what happened, and our team will review it. You can block someone immediately at the same time.

What happens next

We take every report seriously and act on those that break our guidelines — including removing members and accounts where needed. Serious safety concerns are always treated as a priority.

Your data & your privacy

Trust extends to how we handle your information. We collect only what we need to run the platform, keep it secure, and never sell your personal data. You stay in control of what you share with other members, and you can manage your privacy settings — or request deletion of your account — whenever you choose.

For the full details on what we collect, how we protect it and the rights you have, please see our Privacy Policy. For the complete rules every member agrees to, see our Community Guidelines and Terms of Service.

Travel with people you can trust.

Join a verified community built around safety — and find a companion for your next trip with confidence.