A recent survey revealed that more than 67% of women find online dating safer than dating in real life because of the apps' water-tight security
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However, several cases of online dating scams have surfaced. Recently, a man was duped by Tinder date at Delhi cafe and he was presented with an exorbitant bill of Rs 1,21,917.70
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Here are top five ways to avoid romance scams on dating apps
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Verify photos: Be cautious of generic photos or profile pictures that might look overly attractive. You can reverse image search tools available on the internet
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Verify profile: Double check the bio and inconsistencies in the account of your match. For instance, look for inconsistencies in the account
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Don't share too much: Avoid sharing personal details including home address, phone number, social media handles, and photos
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Don't rush: Take it slow as online scammers often try to rush a connection, and profess their love within days of chatting
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Virtual First Date- Experts have suggested setting up a virtual first date before meeting in real life