The internet has brought many things to the world and all of us in it. Unfortunately, one of these things is scams and con artists. Online scams can be found throughout the internet in a variety of sites. They're frequently found on online dating sites. If you're a beginner to online dating and online dating sites, do you know everything you need to know to avoid becoming a victim of an internet scam? Online dating sites can be a lot of fun but can pose danger if you're not careful and don't know what to look for and avoid. Here are a few of the most common online dating scams.
Have you met someone that seems too good to be true? They're wonderful, attentive and everything you've been looking for in a friend or potential partner. This individual would love to come and meet you so you can get to know each other better but needs you to send them money. Avoid this individual like the plague. They're after your money and nothing else. Delete them, block them or whatever it takes to get them out of your life.
In most cases, it's a woman that's asking for the money; however, just because they're profile says they're a woman doesn't mean it's true. Clues that this individual may not be who they say there are include only agreeing to communicate by email, refusing to give out a telephone number or address where they can be reached or never answering the phone if they do give out a number. Keep in mind; these are precautions everyone should take when they're first getting to know each other. However, once you've developed a relationship, you should no longer be hearing these types of replies.
Another scam often found in online dating sites is the individual immediately asking for your email address. When you first join an online dating site, you should start up a separate email address just for the online dating sites. This is the only email address that should be given out on these sites. If they ask for another, do not give it out or you could be filled with spam and other junk mail.
Yet another scam found on online dating sites is the individual claiming to be in trouble and asking for your help. You may have a sympathetic heart, but save it for your real friends and family. Don't let strangers take advantage of you. Be smart, be safe an you can have a pleasant experience on online dating sites.