Romance Scamming is a Real Thing - Tellows Warns Not to be Fooled by any Valentines Scam Tactics

By: tellows UG
 
NEW YORK - Feb. 7, 2024 - PRLog -- tellows.com As love blossoms in the lead-up to Valentine's Day, so does the menace of romance scams. Startling statistics from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reveal a staggering $1.3 billion in losses due to romance scams in 2022, victimizing nearly 70,000 individuals. In the spirit of love, tellows urges the public to stay vigilant and informed, arming themselves against the perils of deceptive romance scams.

In a comprehensive study, tellows discovered that 14% of romance scams were linked to interactions on the Tinder app, while 50% originated from individuals transitioning from dating site chats to personal phone conversations. This underscores the need for a robust safety protocol when shifting interactions from official dating platforms to personal devices.

Official Reporting Hotline

To assist those affected by intimate partner scams, tellows recommends the National Hotline, positively rated by many tellows app users. Reachable 24/7 at (800) 799-7233, the hotline provides valuable advice on handling romance scams.

Red Flags: Spotting Romance Scams
  1. Love Bombing: Scammers manipulate victims emotionally through rapid and intense expressions of love.
  2. Elaborate Stories: After gaining trust, scammers weave tales of urgency, seeking money, gifts, or personal information.
  3. Desperation: If denied, scammers may become desperate, persistent, and direct, often escalating their demands.
  4. Broken Promises: Scammers frequently avoid in-person meetings, offering excuses and requesting more money.

Protect Yourself: tellows Insights

To shield against romance scams, tellows offers actionable tips:
  1. Verify Identities: Utilize reverse phone lookup tools like the tellows app (https://www.tellows.co.uk/s/about-en/tellows-apps-caller-...) to confirm the legitimacy of unknown numbers.
  2. Stay Cautious on Social Media: Be vigilant against unexpected private messages on social media platforms.
  3. Beware of Investment Offers: Exercise caution with individuals posing as successful cryptocurrency investors.
  4. Fake Packages Scam: Reject requests for money related to supposed valuable packages.

tellows Insights for a Scam-Free Valentine's

tellows, at the forefront of empowering consumers against scams, provides insights into romance-related phone scams. By categorizing phone numbers based on tellows scores, consumers gain the ability to assess the risk associated with each caller. This Valentine's, don't let romance scams be a heartbreak —stay informed and vigilant with tellows.

Find the detailed study here: https://www.tellows.com/s/analyse_us/romance

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