A safer way to date with Share My Date

Dating should feel exciting, not scary.
Whether you’re meeting someone in Lekki for the first time or going on a coffee date in London, one thing matters more than the outfit, the vibes or the restaurant: your safety.

That’s why KaWink includes a built-in safety tool called Share My Date – so you never have to go on a date completely alone.

What is Share My Date?

Share My Date lets you send trusted friends or family key details about your date directly from KaWink, in just a few taps.

You can share:

• Who you’re meeting (their KaWink profile)

• Where you’re meeting (location or venue)

• When the date is happening (date & time)

• Any extra details you want them to know

It’s like having a digital “I’m going out, here’s where I’ll be” note – but clearer, faster and harder to forget.

How it works

1. Open the match’s profile
   When you’ve agreed to meet in person, tap the Share My Date option.

2. Fill in the basics
   Add your meeting place, time and any extra notes (e.g. “We’re starting here, then maybe moving to X”).

3. Choose who to share with
   Select one or more trusted contacts from your phone or copy the secure summary to send via WhatsApp, SMS or email.

4. Set optional check-ins
   You can add a reminder like “Check in with me by 9:30pm”. If you forget, your trusted person knows when to check on you.

Now, instead of texting random half-details like “I’m going out, I’ll call you later”, your people have clear information if they ever need it.

Why it makes your dates safer

1. You’re not dating in secret
If something feels off, you’re not starting from zero – someone already knows who you’re with and where you’re meant to be.

2. It encourages better planning
You naturally think through: Where am I meeting? How am I getting there? What time should I be home?
That alone makes you safer.

3. It gives friends real information, not panic
If a friend hasn’t heard from you, they’re not guessing. They can calmly check in, call you, or escalate if needed, with details in hand.

Tips for using Share My Date well

• Pick the right people
  Choose friends or family who are responsible and will actually check on you if needed – not the one who never reads messages.

• Use it for first few dates, minimum
  Until you know someone well (and even then, if it helps you feel safe), keep using it. Safety isn’t overreacting.

• Don’t share only once
  If plans change (new venue, later time), send a quick update through the feature or follow up with a message to your contact.

• Combine it with other safety habits
  Meet in public places, arrange your own transport, and listen to your gut. Share My Date is a tool – your instincts still matter.

Safety is part of the KaWink culture

At KaWink, we’re not just trying to help you find dates; we’re trying to help you find healthy, safe, intentional connections – across Naija and the diaspora.

Share My Date is one more way we’re building that culture into the app itself:

• More transparency

• More peace of mind

• More room to enjoy the date, because your safety plan is already in place

So the next time you say yes to a coffee, dinner or walk in the park, tap Share My Date before you leave the house.

Your future self – and your friends – will thank you. 💜