HR Tech Company Study Reveals 30% of Americans Say They Feel Truly Safe Using Dating Apps

A new online report has exposed online and privacy concerns among Americans with only 30% of Americans admitted they feel safe using dating apps.

Research published by HR tech company Checkr this week (July 16) showed concerning findings about the feelings of online safety and privacy perspectives among different generations.

Figures come from an online survey last month where 3,000 employed adult Americans – an equal number from each generation – were polled over a four day span.

While 30% of Americans said they felt truly safe using dating apps, Gen Zers felt the most safe and Baby Boomers felt the least safe when using dating apps.

The study also urged the need for enhanced safety features like background checks and screening prior to people using the apps. This comes after 69% of Americans said they would feel safer using dating apps if every user had been screened or had a background check in order to use the app.

However, most respondents opt for a more spontaneous encounter with 68% of Americans said they felt safer meeting people organically rather than through dating apps and Millennials (70%) feeling strongest about this topic.

Key findings in the study also showed 73% of Americans are extremely or moderately concerned about the data they provide online, with Gen Xers (77%) and Millennials (75%) showing the most concern.

Despite only 47% of Americans said they felt extremely or moderately safe online on a day-to-day basis, Gen Zers, the youngest generation, felt the least safe among all generations.

In terms of online safety and privacy risks, 53% of Americans said they may have experienced a risk to their online safety or privacy in the past 12 months with Millennials (63%) experiencing the most risk.

A spokesperson said: “Digital privacy and safety have become important concerns for Americans in an increasingly interconnected world. As individuals continue to rely on digital platforms for work, communication, commerce, and entertainment, the importance of safeguarding personal information while providing a safe experience cannot be overstated.

“Moving forward, the pursuit of enhanced online safety and privacy will likely drive significant advancements in technology and policy and tools, like background checks. Checkr Trust will lead the way in safety screenings for building trust communities.

“Americans can expect to see more robust encryption methods, stricter data protection regulations, and greater transparency from tech companies regarding data usage. Additionally, there will be a growing emphasis on digital literacy, empowering users to take control of their online presence and protect themselves from emerging threats.”