I’ve Been Scammed on a Dating Site: What to Do Now
Victim of a romance scam? What to do now, step by step: stop payments, call 159, report it, claim reimbursement under UK rules, avoid recovery scams and get support.
Staying safe
Safety
How to spot romance scams, fake profiles and WhatsApp fraud, and how to date safely online in the UK.
Safety
How to spot romance scams, fake profiles and WhatsApp fraud, and how to date safely online in the UK.
Romance Scam Messages: The Scripts Scammers Use (With Examples)
Romance scammers follow scripts. The typical messages at each stage, from the first compliment to the request for money, with example wording so you can recognise them.
Should You Give Your Phone Number Before a First Date?
Should you share your phone number with someone from a dating app before you meet? When it is sensible, safer alternatives, and what to do if someone pushes for it too soon.
How to Spot a Romance Scam on WhatsApp
Many romance scams move from dating apps to WhatsApp. The warning signs to look for, the privacy settings that protect you, and what to do if you think the person you are talking to is a scammer.
Dating App Scams Targeting Over-50s in the UK
Romance scams target people dating later in life. How dating app and WhatsApp scams work in the UK, the red flags, how to check someone is real and exactly what to do if you are worried.