Safety first. Always.

Meeting new people should feel exciting, not scary. Here is how we think about keeping Patched a respectful, trustworthy place.

You never owe anyone a reply, a photo, or a meeting. Move at whatever pace feels right for you.

Your skin condition, photos, location, and social handles are yours to share when and if you want.

When you do meet, choose a public place, tell a friend where you're going, and trust your gut.

If someone is pushy, disrespectful, or makes you uncomfortable, report them. We take every report seriously.

Need to report something?

If you ever feel unsafe or see behavior that breaks our community expectations, please reach out. We are here to help.