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How to Identify and Avoid Romance Scams
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The biggest problem with online dating today is that victims often fail to take early action to identify whether the person they are chatting with is a romance scammer or love fraud. How to avoid romance scams? Following a few critical tips can help you avoid victimization — and potentially save you from emotional and financial disaster.
Identifying a romance scammer early is key to protecting yourself.
Video Identification Is Essential
Always insist on a live video call with the person you've connected with online.
You must confirm that the face in the photo matches the person you are chatting with.
During the video call, ensure:
- The video is clear and live — not prerecorded.
- The person speaks, blinks naturally, and moves their lips for at least five minutes.
Never accept an audio recording or a pre-recorded video — anyone can send a video they recorded at any time.
If the person makes excuses such as:
- They’re too busy because of their job
- They have no internet connection
- They’re shy
- Their camera is broken
Understand: they are a fraud, swindler, and scammer all wrapped into one.
Accepting excuses will only lead you into a deeper problem.
Watch Out for Fake Professions
Does He Work Overseas? Red Flag!
Romance scammers often claim to have jobs that conveniently keep them overseas or isolated. Common fake professions include:
- Oil rig workers
- Engineers working overseas
- Deployed military personnel
- Doctors with international charities
If someone claims to work abroad and cannot meet you in person, ignore and block them immediately.
Scammers hide behind these professions to justify why they can't meet face-to-face.
