How to spot fake profiles

I wrote this because I noticed a pattern of too good to be true profiles which are fake on this site but generally it applies in other places as well.


Nothing is more infuriating than having an online presence on dating sites and establish a connection with a potential match only to realise they were not what you think they tell you.


I will get straight to the point and enumerate ways to spot a fake profile to save you from catfishers/scammers who are out to deceive you of your time, energy and most importantly money.


1. They have a profile which lists their location from far away places and message you only to tell they are near your location for a “few days” and wanted to meet.


2. They will suddenly ask for your messaging app account to steer you away from this site. The purpose is because scammers are already working their way to fool you but with less reason for them to be tracked once everything falls apart.


3. They will ask for your OSHA approval certificate, COVID-PASS or similar security pass accompanied by a long explanation on why you need it then linking you to a foreign site asking for your card details for “verification.” DON’T EVER DO IT!


4. They’re part of a royal family, they own diamond or gold mines or they belong to a really wealthy background but suddenly asked you to wire them money accompanied by another long explanation.


5. Photos can be deceiving so your best bet is video calling them ASAP. It serves a double purpose. One is you know right away they matched the photo they posted online and second you can assess right away if you have potential for a hookup or meet.


6. If you managed to avoid this whole scam, well done. Your next move for an eventual face to face meet is to choose a public place like cafes, parks etc. But make sure you have an army with you for backup protection.


Hopefully you find your hookup or match properly with the help of this article.

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