Money requests are a stop sign
Never send money, gift cards, cryptocurrency, bank details, or account access to someone you met through the service, regardless of the story or urgency.
Slow down manufactured urgency
Scammers often create emergencies or unusually fast intimacy. Pause, speak with someone you trust, and independently verify claims.
Preserve and report
Do not confront a suspected scammer. Use block and report, preserve relevant messages, and contact your financial institution quickly if money was sent.