![]() ![]() In fact, 40% of people who said they lost money to a romance scam last year said the contact started on social media 19% said it started on a website or app. ![]() But reports of romance scams that start with unexpected private messages on social media platforms are even more common. Reports show romance scammers often use dating apps to target people looking for love. In short, there’s no end to the lies romance scammers will tell to get your money. Claiming to be on a faraway military base is the most popular excuse, but “offshore oil rig worker” is another common (and fake) occupation. Reports show their excuse is often baked right into their fake identity. But there is one exception – you want to meet in real life, and they can’t. You like a thing, so that’s their thing, too. These scammers pay close attention to the information you share, and don’t miss a beat becoming your perfect match. In 2022, nearly 70,000 people reported a romance scam, and reported losses hit a staggering $1.3 billion. Last year’s romance scam numbers looked a lot like 2021 all over again, and it’s not a pretty picture. Romance scammers tell all sorts of lies to steal your heart and money, and reports to the FTC show those lies are working. About the FTC Show/hide About the FTC menu items.News and Events Show/hide News and Events menu items.Advice and Guidance Show/hide Advice and Guidance menu items.Competition and Consumer Protection Guidance Documents.Enforcement Show/hide Enforcement menu items. ![]()
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