Myth 1: “Only older or uneducated people fall for love scams.”Fact: Anyone can become a victim. Love scams are based on emotional manipulation, not intelligence or education. They exploit universal human needs such as trust, connection, and belonging.  Myth 2: “I would immediately recognise a scam.”Fact: Many scams develop slowly and feel genuine. Scammers build…

1. What is a love scam?A love scam, also known as a romance scam, is a type of fraud where someone pretends to form a genuine emotional relationship online in order to gain trust and eventually exploit the victim, often financially. 2. Where do love scams usually happen?Love scams most commonly occur on social media…

Love scams often follow a pattern, even if each situation looks different on the surface. The process usually begins with an online contact. The scammer introduces themselves using a convincing profile and starts building a connection. Next comes the trust-building phase, where communication becomes more frequent and personal. The scammer may share stories, express emotions,…

Love scams are not only about fake profiles, they are also about psychological manipulation. Scammers often use techniques such as idealisation, where they present themselves as the perfect partner, and confirmation bias, where the victim focuses only on information that supports the relationship while ignoring warning signs. They may also use strategies like: These techniques…

Understanding love scams is the first step, knowing how to act is the next. That is why we developed the “Fight Against Love Scam” guidebook, a practical resource created for adult educators, seniors, and anyone who wants to better understand this issue. The guidebook brings together essential knowledge about love scams, including how they happen,…

Are you confident you can recognise a love scam? Online relationships are part of everyday life, but they also come with risks that are not always easy to detect. That is why we created a free digital video course designed especially for adults and seniors who want to better understand how these scams work. This…

Protecting yourself from love scams starts with awareness and simple precautions. It is important to verify who you are talking to. Asking for a video call or checking images using reverse image search can help confirm someone’s identity. Avoid sending money or sharing personal information with someone you have only met online, no matter how…

Recognising a love scam is not always easy, especially because scammers are skilled at creating convincing stories and emotional connections. One common sign is that the relationship develops very quickly. The person may express strong feelings early on, even though you have never met in real life. Another warning sign is avoidance. The person may…

A love scam, also known as a romance scam, starts with something that looks like a genuine emotional connection. Someone reaches out online, often through social media or a dating platform, and begins building a relationship. At first, everything seems real. The conversations are friendly, supportive, and sometimes even affectionate. However, the person behind the…

After months of work, collaboration, and development, the project is approaching its final stage. The last meeting will take place in The Hague, Netherlands, where all partners will come together one final time. This meeting is more than just a formal ending. It is a moment to present everything that has been achieved, from the…