โ ๏ธ Important Warning
According to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), romance scams are the most financially devastating form of consumer fraud. Victims in 2024 lost an average of $14,000 per incident. Knowing how to avoid scams on dating sites is your best defense.
Asks for Money Within Weeks
Scammers build emotional connection rapidly, then invent emergencies - medical bills, travel expenses, or "customs fees" to release a supposed gift. A genuine partner will never ask for money before meeting you.
Refuses Video Calls Repeatedly
Every excuse - broken camera, bad internet, too shy - wears thin after the second refusal. Real women who are interested in you will find a way to video chat. Persistent refusal means something is being hidden.
Declares Love Unusually Fast
"Love bombing" - professing deep love within days - is a manipulation tactic designed to lower your defenses. Genuine affection grows gradually through shared experiences and honest conversation.
Pushes to Leave the Platform
Scammers want to operate outside monitored environments. If someone insists on switching to WhatsApp, Hangouts, or email early on, they may be trying to avoid our anti-scam detection systems.
Uses Stolen or Stock Photos
Run a reverse image search on any photo that looks too polished or professional. Scammers steal images from social media and modeling sites. Our verification system catches most of these, but vigilance is key.
Stories Don't Add Up
Contradictory details about age, job, family, or location are telltale signs. Keep mental notes of key facts. Scammers managing multiple victims often mix up their stories.