The Unexpected Dangers of Online Dating: Don't Fall For These Scams!

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Online dating has exploded in the past decade.

But are dating sites and apps always safe to use? Not always.

In 2021, over 24,000 Americans were scammed on dating sites and apps losing more than $1 billion!

HOW DO ONLINE DATING SCAMS WORK?

1. Scammers create a fake profile to get your attention.
2. Once you match, scammers quickly move the relationship forward. They’ll tell you they love you and send
3. Then, they try to get you off the dating app and communicate over Instagram, WhatsApp, or others.
4. Eventually, scammers start asking for money or “help”. Sometimes it’ll be for a family emergency. Or they might ask you to pay for a new laptop so they can “finally” video chat with you.
5. Scammers might even send you links to phishing sites that steal your personal information for identity theft.

PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST ONLINE DATING SCAMS:

Don’t give away personal information too quickly. You can build a connection without giving up your employer, address, or SSN!

Use unique photos (not the same ones on your social media). This prevents scammers from finding your other accounts and learning things about you they can use in their scam.

Stay on the app until you can meet in person or over video. Don’t move the conversation to WhatsApp or other chat tools.

Reverse Google search their profile photos. Make sure they didn’t steal the photos from another account or an online magazine.

Stay safe at all times — especially meeting up in person. Tell friends where you’re going and meet in a public place.

NEVER give someone money before you can meet them in person and confirm their identity. If someone on a dating site asks for money, it’s a scam.

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