Don't share your personal details:Be cautious when sharing personal information online and refrain from providing it to strangers.Thoroughly check the profile:Pay attention to the details in other users' profiles, such as photos, information in the description, and activities in the app.Check the identity:Always check whether the user you're chatting with is real. For example, if they introduce themselves by their full name, search for them on social media. It's one way to determine the profile's authenticity.Watch out for 'fast relationships':Rapid and intense relationships are often a sign of a scam. Yes, there are people who sometimes genuinely mean it 'so fast', but most of the time, there's something shady behind it.Don't provide too much information:Protect your personal data and avoid providing too much personal information to strangers online.Beware of red flags:Pay attention to red flags, such as urgent requests for money, questions about your personal information, or inconsistent messages.Communicate through the dating site:Keep the communication on the dating site. Btrfly doesn't allow to take screenshots without your knowledge. If you decide to delete a message or photo from the chat, it will be removed for both chat users.Avoid communicating outside the app:Be cautious if someone wants to move the conversation to other sites, such as Instagram and WhatsApp.Take your time:Don't rush into a relationship or face-to-face meeting. You have enough time to get to know the other user.Trust your intuition:If something isn't right or you feel uncomfortable, trust your intuition and end the communication.Be careful of blackmail:In case of any attempts at blackmail or intimidation, inform us about any inappropriate messages.Be cautious of money requests:Never lend money to strangers online.Pay attention to behavior patterns:Watch for the behavior patterns of the other user and be cautious of any unusual signsCreate strong passwords:Secure your account by creating strong and unique passwords, and avoid using the same password on multiple platforms.Update the app:Make sure the app version you are using has the latest security measures and updates.Vigilance and skepticism:Vigilance and skepticism toward unknown individuals online pays off. Thoroughly verify the identity and intentions of other users.
Advices: If you are a victim of a scam
Don't be angry at yourself:It's important to realize that it could happen to anyone, and it's not your fault.Cut off all communication:Stop communicating with the person who contacted you and block them on all platforms.Report it to the site admin:Inform the dating app about the scam and provide any evidence you have available.Ask your friends or famility for help:If you feel down or discouraged, seek support from your close ones.Inform the police:In case of financial loss or blackmail, don't hesitate to contact the police.Do a security check:If any user has your personal information, such as passwords or bank details, immediately change them and secure your accounts.Check your accounts:Check your bank statements and accounts for any unauthorized transactions or activities.Save the evidence:Keep all evidence of communication with the scammer, such as messages, photos, or emails.Caution in future communication:In future interactions on dating apps, be careful and thoroughly verify the identity and intentions of other users.Seek professional help:If needed, seek expert assistance from counselors who can help you manage the stress and trauma associated with the scam.Get more information:Increase your awareness of scams and techniques of scammer to prevent similar incidents in the future.
How to spot a scammer
Unverified profile:A profile without the verification badge (next to the name). However, if the scammer is not pretending to be someone else and is actually the person in the photos, their profile might still be verified.Perfect photos:The profile contains overly perfect or professional photos that don't seem authentic. Alternatively, instead of their own selfie, they might use an AI-generated photo. In today's digital age, it is incredibly easy to create content using artificial intelligence. Whether it's text, music, or realistic-looking photos, these can be used by users on dating apps. Here are some steps to help you spot if a profile photo is AI-generated:Unusual textures or patterns:AI-generated images often have textures or patterns that look unnatural. For instance, the skin might look too smooth without the usual texture, or the clothing might have odd folds. Pay attention to the hair and how individual strands look.Anomalies in reflections or shadows:AI can struggle with accurately depicting light and shadows or reflections. You might notice inconsistencies in how light reflects off surfaces or how shadows appear.Inconsistencies in details:Look for inconsistencies or errors in details. Sometimes AI might generate seven fingers on a hand instead of five, eyes that look in different directions, missing objects, or unnatural asymmetrical facial features.Repetition of elements:AI might sometimes repeat patterns or elements unnaturally in an image. For example, you might see the same cloud shape repeated in the sky or identical figures in the background.Metadata analysis:Examining the metadata of an image file can sometimes reveal its origin. AI-generated images may lack the typical camera metadata (EXIF data) found in photos taken with a digital camera.Use of detection tools:There are online tools available that can analyze images to determine the likelihood of them being AI-generated.High-quality photos:High-quality photos that look like they are from a magazine can be a sign of their inauthenticity.Rapid relationship development:The person shows a strong interest in you very quickly and tries to obtain personal information and move the communication to another platform (Instagram, WhatsApp).Urging to change sites:Scammers will often try to move communication outside of the app. Email, phone number, other social networks, or messaging apps.Personal questions:Scammers will start asking very personal questions about your address, finances, family status, and so on very quickly.Grammar errors:Grammatical errors and typos indicate that the person is from a different country or that it's machine-generated content.Absence of social media:You can't find any information about the person on other social media sites.Limited activity on social media:The person's profile on social media has very few posts, or none at all.Refusal of video call:The person refuses a video call or a face-to-face meeting.Profile information:Profile information doesn't make sense.Conversation:Chats with the user are unclear or unnatural.Money requests:The person asks you for financial assistance for various reasons.Working in your country:The person tries to gain your trust by claiming to work in your country, but the information they provide is incorrect, inconsistent, or unlikely.Someone has stolen my identity. What now?We are sorry for the situation that has occurred and will try to address it as soon as possible. Due to the importance of protecting personal data, we need evidence of your identity as well as information regarding the misuse of your photos, which will allow us to respond appropriately and verify your identity. Please send us any information you have to the email support@btrfly.com.
If you suspect a fake profile, feel free to report it immediately through the Btrfly app, and we will conduct a thorough investigation.
