Safety & Security

Built to be safe, not just to look safe.

This is our number one priority, not a footnote. Here's exactly what we do — no vague promises, just the real mechanics.

How We Verify Every Member

Six safeguards, on by default

18+ Age Gate

Every member confirms their date of birth at signup. Anyone under 18 is automatically rejected — no exceptions.

Live Selfie + Liveness Check

A real-time selfie and gesture challenge confirms there's a real person behind every profile — not a stolen photo or a bot.

No Messaging, By Design

There's no chat feature to exploit. The only way to act on a signal is to say hello in person — removing the single biggest risk on other apps.

Invisible By Default

You're off the map until you choose to switch on. Turn it off any time, instantly — no explanation needed.

Block & Report, Always Available

Every member can block or report another instantly. Verified reports can lead to a permanent ban.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

Harassment, impersonation, or any attempt to bypass verification results in an immediate, permanent ban — with cooperation with law enforcement where required.

What We're NOT

This Isn't Another Dating Site

We don't match you. We don't message for you. We simply let you know who's single so you can make a real connection.

Y.I.S. eliminates most of the issues associated with traditional dating platforms — our members don't hide behind keyboards and filters. They're real, active, and here.

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Endless swiping from your couch
30 seconds to scan who's nearby, then put your phone away
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Matching algorithms decide for you
You decide who to approach in real life
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Weeks of messaging before meeting
See them. Walk up. Say hello.
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Catfishing and fake profiles
Photo-verified users physically present near you

Y.I.S. is a Social Signaling Tool — helping you meet people the old-fashioned way, with a modern assist.

Why Join Y.I.S.?

The Social Utility Advantage

Y.I.S. is a Social Signaling Tool — a real-world directory that helps people navigate social environments with more confidence and safety.

Real-Time Relevance

Stop talking to 'digital ghosts.' Every profile you see is a real person, physically present in the same venue as you, right now.

The 'Green Light' Confidence

Eliminate the fear of rejection. If someone is visible, they've already signaled they're single and open to an introduction.

No Messaging, No Catfishing

By removing chat, we remove the screen barrier. You see the person in front of you before you even speak.

Real Accountability

Friends, colleagues, and friends-of-friends could see you on Y.I.S. — so members are far less likely to misrepresent themselves. No hiding behind a keyboard with multiple personas, and no pretending to be single when you're not.

Reclaim Your Night Out

Don't spend your evening swiping. Use the app for 30 seconds to scan the room, put your phone away, and make a real connection.

The "Anti-Screen" Philosophy

We don't want you on your phone. Our interface is designed to be checked for 10 seconds to see who's nearby, then put away so you can engage in a face-to-face conversation.

Community Standards

The "Respect the Room" Policy

How we maintain a high-standard environment in all spaces.

Introduction, Not Expectation

Being visible on the map is a signal of availability for a polite "Hello," not a license for persistence. If the vibe isn't there, respect the boundary and move on.

The "Invisible" Right

Members have the absolute right to toggle "Off" at any moment. Once a user is off the map, they are in "private mode" and should not be approached via the app's context.

Accountability

Any report of harassment or making others feel unsafe will result in a permanent ban. We link accounts to verified IDs to ensure our community remains respectful.

Your Privacy

Professional-Grade Security

Privacy-First platform with Zero-Monetization of personal data.

No Messaging

No chat function prevents digital harassment and inappropriate media sharing.

Presence, Not Patterns

We don't track movement. Your location data is wiped when you leave a zone.

Encrypted Identity

256-bit AES encryption protects all sensitive registration data.

No Data Sales

We never sell user profiles or habits to third-party marketers.

Welfare & Support

You're never on your own

Yes I'm Single helps you meet people safely — but if you ever need more support than that, these UK-wide services are free, confidential, and available now.

Samaritans

Free, confidential support for anyone in emotional distress — 24/7.

116 123 →

Nightline

Student-run, night-time listening service — check if your university or SU runs one.

Ask your SU →

Student Minds

The UK's student mental health charity — peer support and resources.

Visit site →

NHS 111

Free non-emergency medical help, day or night.

111 →

CALM

Support for anyone struggling, with a focus on suicide prevention.

0800 58 58 58 →

Emergency Services

If you or someone else is in immediate danger.

999

No More 'What Ifs'

Join Yes I'm Single and know who's available before you make your move.

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