How to avoid romance scams on gay apps
Romance scams cost victims billions every year, and gay and bi men are frequent targets. The scam follows a predictable script — once you know it, it's easy to spot.
The scammer's playbook
- Rapid intimacy ("I've never felt this way so fast").
- A reason they can't meet or video chat (overseas, military, oil rig).
- An eventual emergency that requires money — gift cards, wire transfer, or crypto.
Your defense
- Never send money to someone you haven't met in person.
- Verify identity with a live video call.
- Report and block immediately — don't engage.
- Choose platforms with verified-only profiles and message screening.
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