Making friends online is always risky business and without the right knowledge and skills in social media, these friendships can sometimes take a turn for the worst.

How dangerous is it to make friends online?

The dangers of meeting someone over the internet can include sexual predators, thieves, blackmailers and the fear of not knowing who is actually behind the phone. Anyone can act like someone they are not when they are behind any electronic device, and it is very easy to make good conversations flow over text.