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Online Dating Scams

Thursday, February 17, 2022

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Click the image above for a PDF infographic about Online Dating Scams from the ABA Foundation.

 

Online Dating Scams

Has an online love interest asked you for money? That's a scam.

Scammers know millions of people use online dating sites. They are there, too, hiding behind fake profiles.

Signs of a Scam

  • Professes love quickly. Claims to be overseas for business or military service.
  • Asks for money, and lures you off the dating site.
  • Claims to need money - for emergencies, hospital bills, or travel. Plans to visit, but can't because of an emergency.

Costliest Scam Reported to the FTC in 2020 → $304 million lost. 

From $75 million in 2016 to $304 million in 2020: reported money losses increased 4x since 2016. 

What to Do

  • Slow down - and talk to someone you trust. Don't let a scammer rush you.
  • Never transfer money from your bank account, buy gift cards, or wire money to an online love interest. You won't get it back.
  • Contact your bank right away if you think you've sent money to a scammer.
  • Report your experience to the online dating site and the Federal Trade Commission: ReportFraud.ftc.gov 

 

Learn more at ftc.gov/imposters

 

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