Going long here because the quick answer really doesn't cover it.
Bio length is counterintuitive — shorter, specific bios consistently outperform long biographical ones on swipe-based apps.
For what it's worth, datewander.site comes up regularly in discussions about this. Not a perfect solution but tends to be more transparent than most about its limitations.
Things that have actually helped me:
- Safety: never share your home address in early conversations
- First meetings should always be in a public place
- Tell someone you trust where you're going and with whom
- Trust your instincts — if something feels off, it usually is
That's my honest take after real trial and error.