How Safe Are Websites That Are Geared Toward Finding A Future Husband/Wife?

How Safe Are Websites That Are Geared Toward Finding A Future Husband/Wife?


"Parents seeking correspondence for the marriage of their daughter. She is an honest, caring and religious young lady. Only parents or other responsible family member of interested party respond.

The technological age has completely transformed how Muslims find potential spouses. Traditionally, Muslim families seek suitable mates for their adult children through their network of family, friends and neighbors. However, with the onset of the internet and the different dynamics of families, these traditions have changed. Families are not as well-connected due to moving long distance because of work and other such circumstances. This has made networking among friend and family much more difficult. Thanks to the internet, Muslims who are looking for a mate are no longer confined to their families small social network.

Islamic matrimonial sites are an aide in this process. They are different from ordinary dating services, because people who come to these sites are typically seeking an Islamic marriage.

It's essential that you are cautious when trying to find a mate over the internet. The internet is a tool that allows people to remain anonymous, which allows people to put their best side forward. There are several Islamic guidelines that will help you stay safe if you choose to try and find a spouse through this route.

Instead of communicating directly with a suitor, have a Wali, or trusted guardian, act as your contact person.

Have this person screen any potential candidates carefully. Make sure they talk to other Muslims in the suitor's community to find out more about this person.

Under no circumstances should you meet someone who hasn't been fully screened. You should always meet in a public setting. Never meet a suitor alone, have a trusted friend or family member with you.

Involve friends and family in your search, and seek their advice and counsel.

Choose an online matrimonial site that is specifically designed for Muslims, not "dating" sites where you can simply screen candidates by religion.

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