If someone you’ve only met online asks for money, it’s a scam.
Tick any that are true
- ☐ We’ve never met in person or on a live video call.
- ☐ Plans to meet keep getting canceled.
- ☐ They work overseas, on an oil rig, or in the military abroad.
- ☐ They said “I love you” very quickly.
- ☐ They asked to move to a private messaging app.
- ☐ They asked me to keep us a secret.
- ☐ They’ve asked for money, gift cards, crypto or a wire transfer.
- ☐ They’ve suggested an investment or trading app.
- ☐ They’ve asked me to receive or forward money or packages.
One or more ticks? Stop sending money and talk to someone you trust.
Quick checks
- Do a reverse image search of their photos.
- Search their job and story with the word “scammer.”
- Ask for a live video call today.
Sent money? Call your bank or payment company now, then report it at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. Juggling Chaos · jugglingchaos.co/romance-scams-warning-signs