Using orkut.com is a great way to meet new people and get in touch with old friends. But it's also used by millions of people and there are certain things orkut members should keep in mind while using the site. Here are some general tips and guidelines you should follow when visiting orkut.com:

Don't forget that millions of people can view your orkut profile: Don't post anything you wouldn't want everyone to know about you like your phone number or home address. Share fun information about yourself like your favorite vacation spot or the best movie you've ever seen.

Don't trust everyone: People aren't always who they say they are. Be cautious when adding strangers to your friends list. orkut's a great way to make new friends, but be careful about information you share with someone you've never met. If you do decide to meet someone outside of orkut, bring a friend with you.

Inappropriate content won't be tolerated: Help keep orkut safe and clean by reporting content that violates our Terms of Service using the "Report Abuse" button on profiles and communities.

Don't post anything about yourself that might embarrass you later: Only post info and photos on your profile that you wouldn't mind your parents or boss seeing.

Protect your password: Never tell anyone your password! Your Google Account password protects your orkut account so keep it to yourself. Also try to avoid scams and sites that may try to steal your password. To learn more about these scams, click here.