How Crypto Romance Scams Work (and How to Spot Them)
In recent years, a new and dangerous scam has been growing fast: the crypto romance scam. These scams blend the emotional manipulation of romance scams with the financial complexity of cryptocurrency.
What Is a Crypto Romance Scam?
A crypto romance scam starts like a typical online romance. You meet someone charming on a dating app or social media. They seem kind, interested, and emotionally available. Over time, the conversation shifts — they begin talking about investing in cryptocurrency.
- Claim they’ve made a lot of money through crypto
- Offer to teach you how to invest
- Insist on using a specific trading platform (often fake)
- Pressure you to act fast to not "miss out"
Once you send your money — it vanishes. The person blocks you or disappears, and the platform you were using turns out to be fake or inaccessible.
Why These Scams Work
Crypto can be confusing. Scammers use that confusion to their advantage. They:
- Pretend to be successful investors
- Share fake screenshots of profits
- Use jargon to sound credible
- Create fake apps or websites
- Play on trust and emotional connection
Red Flags to Watch For
- They bring up crypto early in your conversations
- They ask you to move money off of legitimate exchanges
- They say, “Let me trade for you”
- You feel rushed, pressured, or confused
- They avoid video calls or meeting in person
What to Do if You’re Unsure
- Don’t send money — especially to platforms they recommend
- Ask questions — real investors are okay with explaining things
- Do a scam check — I offer private scam reviews to look into suspicious profiles or platforms
- Talk to someone you trust — a second opinion can help break the emotional spell
Final Thought
Crypto scams are growing — but so is awareness. Trust your gut, protect your heart, and don’t let anyone rush your financial decisions. You deserve real connection and real love, not lies and manipulation.
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