Intro
An offline meeting request from someone a child only knows online should be treated carefully.
What it means
The risk increases when the person wants secrecy, no adults, a quick meeting or a location away from trusted people.
Red flags
- Come alone.
- Do not tell anyone.
- Meet after school.
- I will pick you up.
- Your parents do not need to know.
What kids can do
- Do not go alone.
- Do not share your address or school.
- Tell a trusted adult.
- Use: I do not meet people secretly.
What parents can do
- Stay calm and act quickly.
- Save safe details like username and platform.
- Do not let the child continue alone.
- Contact official help if there is danger or coercion.
When to get help
If there is immediate physical danger, contact emergency services. Otherwise use police or specialist advice where relevant.
Related SproutGuard features
- Contact check
- Location help
- Emergency script
- Trusted adults
FAQ
Only with clear adult involvement, public settings and family agreement. Secret meetings are a red flag.