Help for Internet Dating Scams

Filed in archive on July 18, 2008

We hear a lot about online dating scams, but where can singles go to help protect themselves from such scams?

Singles in general should be smart about spotting Internet dating scams. While Internet dating is a great way to meet someone new, any form of dating can have its dangers.

Now, a new website aims to help Internet daters spot scams and identify con artists. Romancescams.org has a quiz on its site to help you determine if you've been corresponding with a scam artist. It also has resource links, common scams, pictures of scammers, and a scammer database.

Don't let the dishonest folks prevent you from trying to go online. Instead, make use of the resources out there like this one, and always be cautious until you truly know someone.

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