Safety · 7 min read · June 22, 2026
How to Spot a Romance Scam: Warning Signs & What to Do
Romance scams cost people billions each year. Learn the patterns and protect yourself.
Romance scammers build trust over weeks or months, then invent an emergency that requires money. They target people of all ages and backgrounds, across every country.
Common warning signs
- They profess strong feelings very quickly
- They can never video chat — the camera is always 'broken'
- They claim to be abroad: military, oil rig, medical aid work
- They ask for money, gift cards, crypto or bank details
- Their photos appear elsewhere online under another name
How to check
Reverse-search their photos, ask for a live video call, and talk to a friend about the situation. Scammers rely on isolation.
If it happens to you
- Stop all contact and don't send more money
- Report the profile on the app
- Contact your bank immediately
- Report it to your national fraud agency
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