What Are Romance Scams?
Romance scams involve fraudulent schemes where scammers create fake emotional relationships to gain trust and manipulate victims into sending money, gifts, or sensitive information.
These scams commonly occur through dating websites, social media platforms, or messaging apps. Over time, scammers build emotional dependence before introducing financial requests or fabricated emergencies.
Common Types of Romance Scams
Fake Online Relationships
Scammers create fake profiles and form long-term emotional connections. Once trust is established, they begin requesting money for personal emergencies, travel, or unexpected expenses.
Military or Professional Impersonation
Fraudsters pose as soldiers, doctors, engineers, or professionals working abroad. These stories are used to explain why they cannot meet in person and why they require financial assistance.
Investment or Business Opportunities
Victims are encouraged to invest in fake opportunities introduced within the relationship. These may appear legitimate but are designed solely to extract money.
Emergency or Crisis Requests
Scammers fabricate urgent situations such as medical emergencies, legal trouble, or travel issues to pressure victims into sending funds quickly.
Requests for Gift Cards or Cryptocurrency
Victims are asked to send gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency, which are difficult or impossible to trace once sent.
How We Help
GetReclaim supports individuals affected by romance scams by helping them understand how the scam unfolded and organize relevant information. We provide guidance on documenting the incident and reporting it through appropriate channels.
Our goal is to offer clarity and structured support after a romance scam, helping victims take informed steps and avoid further emotional or financial harm.