A woman on Facebook or a dating app says she is from Cebu, works hard to support her family, and
She lives in another country, writes every day, sends photos that feel personal, and talks about building a life together.
A match who says she lives in Cape Town, or who is "only in Johannesburg for a contract," fits one
A man opens Facebook and sees a profile with his own face staring back at him. Same smile, same photo
An inheritance romance scam usually starts with a relationship, not an inheritance. You meet someone on a dating site or
Online dating identity theft rarely announces itself. Most people don't wake up to a drained account — they start with
A package romance scam usually starts with something that feels generous. Someone you met online says they want to send
Online dating can feel private at the beginning. Two people match, move to chat, share photos, maybe start a video
If you've already sent a photo of your ID to someone you met online, don't panic. But don't brush it
A translation service can be real and useful. Many serious international couples use translators at the beginning. Many businesses also
Romance Scam Blog: Stay Informed. Stay Safe.
There are real connections on online dating sites—and real dangers. Romance scammers impersonate fake identities, emotionally manipulate, and financially deceive individuals.
We post on our blog about how to recognize red flags, stay ahead of the new scams, and report fraud. From crypto traps to catfishing, we guide you to stay one step ahead.
⚠️ If it doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts. Report, block, and don’t send money to someone you haven’t met in person.