I am relatively new to this hobby and since I am still working on being a "verified" member, I often run into situations where a verified provider I would like to see needs establish my credentials for her and my safety - appreciate them doing their part.

However what are the "not to dos" when a oh2 verified provider asks for a deposit before we meet. Since this is before the meeting, this would have to be over the Internet somehow. I have been asked cash app or gift card sent to their email. They could basically ghost me after the deposit however, on the other hand I feel if they are verified here, they might not jepordize their community status for my little change of the deposit I make to them.

More than losing my money I feel an online payment leaves a trace (specially apps like cash app).