At Flock, your safety is the foundation of our community. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, Flock provides essential guidelines on dining etiquette and safety.

By participating in a Flock gathering, you agree to follow these safety practices:

1. Preparation & Logistics

• Share Your Flight Plan: Before heading out, share the restaurant’s name and your expected return time with a trusted friend or family member.

• Independent Transport: Always arrange your own transportation to and from the venue. We strongly advise against accepting rides from fellow members you have just met.

• Stay in Public: Flock events are strictly limited to the public restaurant or venue specified in your booking. We officially discourage moving the gathering to a private residence or unverified secondary location.

2. Guarding Your "Nest" (Privacy)

• Controlled Sharing: You are under no obligation to share your last name, workplace, home address, or phone number during a dinner. Keep the conversation "hip and classy" without compromising your personal security.

• Watch Your Drink: This is a basic safety rule in any public setting. Never leave your drink or personal belongings (purse, phone) unattended at the table. If you step away, it is best to order a fresh drink when you return.

3. Trust Your Instincts

• The "Graceful Exit": If a person or the group dynamic makes you feel uncomfortable, you are empowered to leave at any time. You do not need a "polite" excuse. Settle your portion of the bill with the waiter and depart.

• Mother Hen’s Support: If you feel unsafe during a meal and cannot resolve the situation, please excuse yourself and direct message the "Mother Hen" support line or report the incident via the Telegram group as soon as it is safe to do so.

4. Zero Tolerance for Harassment

• Physical Boundaries: We maintain a strict policy on physical consent. Any form of unwanted touching or persistent, unreciprocated advances will result in a permanent ban from Flock.

• Post-Dinner Contact: If a member contacts you privately after a dinner and continues to do so after you have asked them to stop, this is considered harassment. Report this to us immediately with screenshots.

5. No-Host Self-Governance

• Peer Accountability: Since there is no official host at the table, members are responsible for their own safety and for looking out for one another. If you see a fellow member who appears uncomfortable or intoxicated, please check in on them.

• Emergency Situations: In the event of an immediate threat or medical emergency, do not wait for Mother Hen. Contact the restaurant staff or local emergency services (999/995) immediately.

Disclaimer: Flock is a platform that facilitates social reservations. We do not perform background checks, identity verification, or criminal screenings on our members. By participating, you acknowledge that you are meeting strangers at your own risk. Flock, its parent company, and its representatives are not liable for the actions of members or third parties during or after an event.