Dating safely
Most people you meet are exactly who they say. These habits protect you from the few who aren’t.
Block, report and keep your details private
Block and report anyone who is rude, body-shaming or pushy, and report any request for money to the site. City of London Police also advise limiting what you share and keeping your social media private until you know someone well.
Source: City of London Police
Reporting romance fraud in the UK
Never send money, crypto or gift cards to someone you haven't met. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, report romance fraud to Report Fraud at reportfraud.police.uk or on 0300 123 2040. In Scotland, call Police Scotland on 101. If you have sent money, call your bank straight away.
Source: Report Fraud
Reporting romance scams in the US
Go slow, ask questions and never send money to anyone you don't know personally. File a complaint with the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov and report it to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov. Your state attorney general's office can also help.
Source: FBI