Safety tips
Updated September 2026 · Share with friends
Safety first
- Never send money, airtime, gift cards, or crypto to someone you only know online.
- Prefer in-app chat, voice, or video before meeting offline.
- Meet in a public place; tell a trusted contact where you are going and when you expect to be back.
- Use Report and Block in the app — reports are reviewed and can lead to suspension.
- If something feels wrong, leave. You do not owe anyone an explanation.
Better matches
- Use clear, recent photos and an honest bio.
- Set your district and “looking for” so the right people find you.
- Complete the compatibility quiz in Settings.
- Reply to matches — conversations start the connection.
What Nikola includes
- Discover filters: age, district, near me, dealbreakers
- Chat: text, media, voice notes, reactions, read receipts
- Voice and video calls after you match
- Photo verification, report/block, date-safety check-ins
- Help & support as a real conversation under Matches → Support
Also see the safety centre and FAQ.