Recognize pressure and requests for money
Be cautious if a new contact quickly makes big emotional promises, avoids concrete questions, or asks for money for travel or emergencies. No single sign proves fraud, but you never have to meet a financial request. Do not transfer money or share codes. Use block and report tools. A video call can add context, but it is not a guaranteed identity check.
Limit personal information and plan meetings carefully
Keep your address, ID copies, bank details, and exact routines private. For a first meeting, choose a busy public place, tell someone you trust, and arrange your own journey home. If you have already transferred money or shared account details, contact your bank or the relevant service quickly. Keep messages if you need to make a report, but do not publish them publicly.
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Refer to a specific interest from the profile, share a little about yourself, and ask an easy-to-answer question. Respect it if no reply comes.
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