Last updated: January 31, 2025
Vengl is built on authentic connections through shared interests. These guidelines help ensure everyone has a safe, respectful, and genuine experience.
✓ Be yourself: Use real photos and genuine information about your interests
✓ Connect honestly: Your matches are based on real shared interests - embrace them!
✗ No impersonation: Don't pretend to be someone else or use fake profiles
✗ No misleading info: Don't manipulate your connected platforms to game the system
✓ Respect boundaries: If someone isn't interested, accept it gracefully
✓ Keep it appropriate: Conversations should be respectful and consensual
✗ No harassment: Unwanted contact, stalking, or aggressive behavior is prohibited
✗ No hate speech: Discrimination based on race, gender, sexuality, religion, or other attributes is not tolerated
✓ Protect your privacy: Be cautious about sharing personal information
✓ Meet safely: If meeting in person, choose public places and tell someone your plans
✓ Report concerns: Use the report feature for any suspicious or inappropriate behavior
✗ No illegal content: Don't share content that violates laws or regulations
Photos Must:
- Show you clearly (no group photos as main photo)
- Be appropriate for all audiences
- Be recent and accurate representations
Photos Must NOT:
- Contain nudity or sexual content
- Show violence, weapons, or illegal activities
- Include minors in your dating profile
- Violate others' privacy or copyright
- Display hate symbols or extremist imagery
- Promote self-harm or eating disorders
- Show drug use or excessive alcohol consumption
- Contain graphic or disturbing content
Messages Must NOT:
- Contain sexual solicitation or explicit content
- Include threats, harassment, or hate speech
- Spam or commercial solicitation
- Share others' private information
Off-Platform Behavior
We may take action based on off-platform behavior if it:
- Involves other Vengl users
- Poses a risk to our community
- Relates to harassment or safety concerns
- Violates laws or regulations
Enforcement
Violations of these guidelines may result in:
- Content removal: Photos or messages that violate our standards
- Warning: First-time or minor violations
- Temporary suspension: Repeated or moderate violations
- Permanent ban: Severe violations or continued misconduct
- Legal action: When required by law or for serious offenses
Reporting
Help us maintain a safe community by reporting:
- Inappropriate photos or profiles
- Harassing or offensive messages
- Suspicious or fraudulent accounts
- Any behavior that makes you uncomfortable
Reports are confidential. We review all reports and take appropriate action.
AI Moderation
We use AI-powered moderation to automatically detect and prevent:
- Inappropriate or explicit images
- Harmful or offensive messages
- Spam and commercial content
- Potential safety risks
Human moderators review edge cases and appeals to ensure fair treatment.
Appeals
If you believe action was taken against your account in error:
- Use our Help Center to report issues
- Include your username and details of the issue
- Provide any relevant context or evidence
- We'll review and respond within 48 hours
⚠️ Vengl does not conduct background checks. Always prioritize your safety when meeting someone new.
Before Meeting
- Video chat first to verify the person matches their profile
- Tell a friend or family member your plans
- Research the person independently (social media, Google)
- Trust your instincts - if something feels off, don't meet
During Your Meeting
- Meet in a busy, public place (café, restaurant, park)
- Arrive separately and have your own transportation
- Stay in public areas - avoid private locations
- Don't leave drinks or belongings unattended
- Keep your phone charged and accessible
- Set up a check-in time with a friend
Red Flags to Watch For
- Pressure to meet immediately or privately
- Requests for personal information (SSN, passwords, address)
- Inconsistent information or stories
- Aggressive or disrespectful behavior
- Attempts to isolate you from others
- Making you feel uncomfortable or unsafe
💸 Romance scams cost victims millions each year. Stay vigilant and protect yourself.
Common Scam Tactics
- Money requests: Asks for money for emergencies, travel, medical bills
- Investment schemes: Promises of cryptocurrency or investment opportunities
- Gift cards: Requests for gift cards or wire transfers
- Sob stories: Elaborate tales of hardship to gain sympathy
- Too good to be true: Overly attractive profiles with generic photos
- Quick escalation: Professes love unusually quickly
Protect Yourself
- NEVER send money to someone you've only met online
- Don't share financial information or passwords
- Be suspicious of anyone who won't video chat
- Reverse image search profile photos
- Report and block suspicious accounts immediately
- If you've been scammed, contact your bank and local authorities
Video chatting before meeting in person is recommended, but stay safe:
- Use in-app video features when available
- Don't share your personal phone number immediately
- Be aware of what's visible in your background
- Don't engage in intimate video content - it can be recorded
- Report anyone who pressures you for inappropriate video calls
Health Conversations
Open communication about health is important in dating:
- Respect others' privacy about health conditions
- Have honest conversations about health when appropriate
- Don't pressure anyone to disclose medical information
- Be understanding and non-judgmental
COVID-19 & Health Safety
- Respect others' comfort levels with health precautions
- Be honest about any symptoms or exposures
- Consider outdoor or well-ventilated meeting spots
- Don't meet if you're feeling unwell
Crisis Support & Resources
If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing thoughts of self-harm, please reach out for help:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 or 1-800-273-8255
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Canada Suicide Prevention: 1-833-456-4566
- International Association for Suicide Prevention: iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres
Vengl cares about your wellbeing. Never hesitate to seek help when you need it.
Promotional Content & Commercial Activity
Vengl is for genuine connections only. The following commercial activities are prohibited:
- Promoting OnlyFans, cam sites, or adult content platforms
- Escort services or sex work solicitation
- Sugar daddy/baby arrangements
- Multi-level marketing or pyramid schemes
- Cryptocurrency or investment promotions
- Any form of commercial solicitation
Accounts used for commercial purposes will be permanently banned.
Blocking & Unmatching
You have control over your connections:
- Unmatch: Removes the connection and conversation history
- Block: Prevents all future contact and removes you from their matches
- Blocked users cannot see your profile or contact you
- We don't notify users when they've been blocked or unmatched
- Blocking is permanent and cannot be undone
These guidelines are part of our Terms of Service. By using Vengl, you agree to follow these community standards. We reserve the right to update these guidelines as needed to protect our community.