Safety & Matchmaking Rules
Culturally Grounded Matchmaking Guidelines for South Asian Families
1. Family & Parental Involvement
Rishta is a beautiful union of two families, not just two individuals. We highly advise **always keeping parents or guardians involved** in all communication. Always share matches and biodatas with your family first before advancing discussions or arranging meetings.
2. Verify Before you Trust (Reference Checks)
Matches can present highly polished details, but it is important to perform formal **reference checks**. Educate yourself, verify their educational qualifications, check employment status directly, and inquire through mutual acquaintances, local mosques, or family elders before finalizing a match.
3. Financial & Scam Vigilance
Be extremely vigilant of matrimonial scams. **Never send money** to anyone you meet through matchmaking channels for custom fees, immigration/visa costs, business emergency loans, or plane tickets. RishtaGPT is 100% free and will never ask you to send money to anyone.
4. Maintain Respect and Dignity
Respectful communication is the foundation of matrimony. Maintain formal respect, communicate through respectful family channels, and be transparent and honest about your expectations (maslak, career desires, joint family plans) from day one.