Dating safely

Most people you meet are exactly who they say. These habits protect you from the few who aren’t.

Report scams to Report Fraud

Report Fraud replaced Action Fraud on 4 December 2025 and covers England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Report online at reportfraud.police.uk or call 0300 123 2040.

Source: Report Fraud: Report Fraud service goes live

Spot romance fraud early

Romance fraudsters build trust quickly, avoid video calls and meeting, then ask for money for an emergency, travel or an investment. Never send money, crypto or gift cards to someone you have only met online.

Source: Report Fraud: Romance fraud costs UK victims 102 million

Respect the range at Donna Nook

Part of Donna Nook is still a Ministry of Defence bombing range. Never enter the bombing area when red flags are flying, and stay behind the fence at the seal viewing area, as seals can bite.

Source: Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust: Donna Nook

Further readingOur sister site Smooch explains how romance fraud works and how to report a romance scam in the UK. WhichDating, our sister review site, explains the signs of a dating scammer.

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