Safety tips for meetups
Last updated: 12/31/2025
These tips are provided for general informational purposes only and are not legal, medical, or campus-safety advice. Always follow your school’s policies and local laws, and contact campus security or emergency services if you ever feel unsafe.
1. Choose a safe meeting location
- Meet in a public, well-lit, and busy area on campus.
- Avoid meeting in dorm rooms, apartments, or isolated locations when possible.
- If your campus has designated safety zones or police-station parking lots, consider using those.
2. Bring a friend or let someone know
- Bring a friend or roommate with you when you can.
- If you go alone, text a friend where you’re going, who you’re meeting, and when you expect to be back.
3. Use in-app messaging
- Keep communication inside CampusLoop as much as possible so you can easily review your conversation.
- Be cautious about sharing personal phone numbers, social media handles, or other private info.
4. Check the item before you pay
- Inspect the item in person and test it if needed.
- Make sure the item matches the description and photos in the listing.
- If something feels off or the seller is pressuring you, it’s okay to walk away.
5. Be careful with payments
- Avoid sending money to someone you haven’t met or for items you haven’t seen.
- Be cautious with irreversible payment methods (for example, wire transfers or certain cash-app payments).
- Never share your bank login, one-time codes, or full card details with another user.
6. Trust your instincts
- If a meetup, listing, or user ever makes you uncomfortable, you can cancel or leave.
- Report suspicious behavior, scams, or policy violations to CampusLoop so we can review and take action.
- In an emergency or if you feel in danger, contact your campus security office or local emergency number immediately.