Is Your Online Love Match Too Good to Be True? Beware of Catphishing Scams

Online relationships can feel like a fairytale, but they can quickly turn into a nightmare if you're not careful. Be on the lookout for key signs of a catphishing scam. These red flags include a match whose profile pictures seem unrealistic, who has endless excuses for not meeting you in person (like living far away or working out of town), or who rushes into declarations of love and trust far too quickly. Be especially cautious if they try to move the conversation to personal email or phone, have unexpected financial "hard luck" stories, or ask you for money or to handle their money for them. Stay safe and trust your instincts—if something feels wrong, it probably is. Truecaller can help you block these potential scammers.