: Regardless of the "emergency," never send funds or sensitive personal information to someone you have not met in person.
This video is typically part of a series designed to help users identify the red flags of "catfishing"—a deceptive activity where a person creates a fictional persona or fake identity on a social networking service, usually targeting a specific victim. Key Red Flags to Watch For Catfished_3_2021.mp4
: Eventually, a "catfish" will almost always ask for money, often citing an emergency, travel costs, or a business opportunity. Recommended Actions : Regardless of the "emergency," never send funds
: The individual always has an excuse (broken camera, poor connection) for why they cannot show their face in real-time. Recommended Actions : The individual always has an
: Use the platform's reporting tools to flag the account for deceptive behavior.
If you are using this video as a guide for identifying scams, look for these common indicators mentioned in such training materials:
If you encounter a profile that matches the behaviors shown in the video:
