Dating safely
Most people you meet are exactly who they say. These habits protect you from the few who aren’t.
Report scams to Scamwatch
If you think you have met a romance scammer, report it to Scamwatch. Your report helps warn others and track scams.
Source: Scamwatch: Report a scam
Report cybercrime to ReportCyber
If you have lost money or been threatened online, report it to ReportCyber. Reports can be anonymous and are sent to the right state or territory police.
Source: Australian Signals Directorate: ASD's ACSC urges victims to report cybercrimes
Know the warning signs
Be wary of anyone who declares strong feelings early, cannot meet in person or asks for money. Never send money to someone you have only met online, and do not share intimate photos.
Source: Scamwatch: Don't friend a scammer this Valentine's Day
Further readingOur sister site Smooch explains how romance fraud works and how to spot a catfish. WhichDating, our sister review site, explains the signs of a dating scammer.