Private Investigator for Online Dating and Romance Fraud
Watch out for fraudsters who commit online dating scams. Fraudsters are increasingly using social media and online dating websites to commit online dating scams.
Believe that you may be on sketchy online dating sites or that you’re dating someone who is a scam? A private investigator for online dating can investigate this for you. Speak to a member of the UKPI team today!
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Designed to uncover fraudsters who commit online dating scams
With fraudsters increasingly using social media and online dating websites to commit online dating scams, here at UKPI we can offer:
- Online dating scam investigation
- An affordable service
- 100% confidentiality
- Advanced investigation methods
HOW TO SPOT ONLINE DATING SCAMS
Conduct an online background check to confirm that they are who you think they are.
We’re specialists on scams and frauds on online dating sites
The main problem with using dating sites is that you can never be certain whether or not you can trust someone that you’re dating or getting to know through the service.
It’s a sad fact that there are scammers out there preying on vulnerable people simply looking for love. It is important for online daters to trust their gut in these situations, and to put their mind at ease, call in the professionals to check things out.
THE INCREASING PREVALENCE OF ONLINE DATING SITE SCAMS
Online dating scams have risen in prevalence over the last few years, with over 8,000 people reporting cases of fraud on dating sites between November 2020 and October 2021. The total lost to dating site scams reached around £92 million. The police, however, believe that this figure is under-represented due to a number of individuals too embarrassed to report the incidents.
Don’t get caught out. Our team of professional private investigators will help you get to the bottom of the case by conducting a detailed background check on your request.
Why are online dating scams so popular?
The sheer number of online platforms that can be used for dating, from social media to those famous swiping apps, are the simple reason behind the boom of online dating scams. Finding love has become something of a minefield. Who is genuine and who isn’t, and what are their intentions?
The ease at which a fraudster can hide behind their laptop or phone makes dating scams more common than you might think. Whilst an older photo can cause a bit of confusion on a first date, financial dating scams can result in absolute devastation.
OUR SERVICES FOR ONLINE DATING INVESTIGATIONS
DISCREET BACKGROUND CHECKING AND VETTING
Online dating checks can put your mind at rest when you’re gearing up to take the next step with a partner you’ve met online. When you enlist us to make sure your new love interest is as serious about finding romance as you are, we’ll carry out a series of background checks that can make you aware of anything that could point to an ulterior motive.
We do not restrict our checks to simple database searches; our comprehensive background check service is designed to give you the information you require about potential relationships. Our private investigators will check for fake profiles among other things, helping you to avoid falling for even the cleverest of romance scams.
Rest assured that the tried and tested online dating background checks we use to sniff out internet dating fraud are nothing but discreet. The subject of our investigations will be none the wiser that you’ve done your due diligence. Our aim is to provide you with the information you require to enable you to make an informed decision regarding the individual in question.
HOW TO SPOT ONLINE DATING FRAUD
When you start getting interested in a romantic partner online, these are a few telltale signs to look out for that suggest all is not as it seems:
- Scammers use photos of models on their fake profiles
- A scammer will often ask for your email address right away, or give you theirs; they want to communicate off the dating site as soon as possible
- The scammer will have a hard luck story to make you feel sorry for them, and they ask for financial help or get you to offer it because you are ‘such a nice person’
- The scammer may offer you money to gain your trust; they will send counterfeit cheques that eventually bounce at your bank and get you into trouble
- They’re from your country but claim to travel for their job, such as working an oil rig, or buying antiques. They then lose their ID and money, and have been arrested or injured and urgently need funds to get back home
- They’re always texting, but avoiding phone calls or in-person meetings
These are just a few of the potential warning signs, but by no means are we suggesting that every contact you make is a scammer. However, we will be able to confirm if they are before you make any type of commitment to them, and most certainly before you arrange any kind of meeting.
For your safety, we suggest running an investigation before you meet people on a date. Take a family member or close friend with you to the designated meeting area, which should always be a public place.
If you suspect your partner may be cheating on you, we also conduct investigations to catch a cheating partner.
Common online dating scams
Catfishing, overseas romance, sextortion, and fake online dating profile information are only a few dating scams you could encounter on a dating site or app. Common online dating scams usually take the form of a fake profile that is likely to appeal to their chosen victims, gaining their trust, and then approaching them with a plausible story that ultimately involves a request for money.
By tugging on the heartstrings and leveraging what they know about you and your quest for love, they hope to receive money sent in good faith, or gain access to your finances.
Protecting yourself online from internet dating fraud
The most important thing you can do to protect yourself against romance fraud is to wise up to scammers’ methods, and stop to consider whether anyone you’re talking to online is using them. This includes recognising fake profiles, and refusing to engage with anyone asking you for contact details, money, or financial information. If in doubt, hire online dating investigators like us, who will be happy to help you uncover the truth.
Why Hire UKPI?
Finding love online can change your life, hopefully for the better; getting it wrong can change it for the worse. So, if you’re questioning whether the person you’re looking to involve yourself with is genuine, you need someone trustworthy on your side to help. We take our responsibility to help our customers avoid the trap of an online dating scammer very seriously, and it’s our years of experience that equip us with the tools to do this.
UK Private Investigators is an award-winning private investigation service with over 25 years of experience. When hiring a private investigator, you want one that is confidential, honest, and sympathetic — UKPI ticks all the boxes.
Online dating background checks are crucial for your own safety, as people may not be fully honest on dating apps. Catfishing, gold-digging, and scams are prevalent on the internet, and criminals use dating sites to make victims out of vulnerable men and women looking for love.
In addition to our professional online dating investigation services, our private detectives also provide:
UKPI has the credentials, the skills, and the reputation to set your mind at rest when looking into your love interest. These days you just can’t be too careful.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Read our answers to frequently asked questions in relation to our ‘Dating Site Scams & Investigations’ service. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, please contact a member of our team. All calls and forms of communication are 100% confidential.
We provide clients with an insight into the person they’ve ‘met’ online or via social media sites. We find out who the real person behind the screen is by collecting evidence through:
- An extensive online dating background check
- Confirming a real name and contact information
- Conducting asset searches
- Tracing their vehicle and confirming how they spend their time
Yes, we can perform reverse image searches and other digital verification methods to check if their photos appear on multiple accounts or websites – this can indicate a stolen or fake profile.
Our quote will vary depending on the depth of the investigation and the time required to carry it out. After an initial consultation, we can provide a quote based on your specific needs and the complexity of the case.
Typically, we require any available information you may have, which could include the person’s full name, photos, known contact details, and social media profiles they’ve shared with you. Any additional details about your communication or interactions can also be helpful.
No, all our investigations are conducted with complete discretion, and we take careful steps to ensure the individual being investigated does not find out.
If you suspect a scam, avoid sending money or sharing sensitive information. Contact us for a consultation, and we can investigate to confirm if the person is genuine, or if they’re potentially trying to scam you.
The duration of our investigation will depend on the case’s complexity and the amount of information available. Some cases can be completed within a few days, while others may require more extensive investigation that could take weeks or even months.
Yes, it can. If we uncover evidence of fraudulent activity or identity theft, this information can be shared with the authorities to assist in an official investigation.