Romance Scam Red Flags: What to Watch For and What to Do Next
A practical guide to recognizing romance scam patterns, protecting your accounts, and responding without shame if someone asks for money or secrecy.
Morgan Reyes
Morgan spent eight years advising consumer trust programs for social products. At InstaFuck they focus on transparent safety communication and member education.
Articles by Morgan Reyes
Reporting Someone on a Dating App: What Happens Next (and What Does Not)
A plain-language walkthrough of moderation queues, timelines, and privacy boundaries—written for U.S. members who want clarity, not corporate jargon.
How to Spot Fake Profiles on Dating Apps: A Skeptical-but-Fair Checklist
Stock-photo tells, timeline inconsistencies, and “too perfect” scripts—plus what to do once you are unsure.
First-Date Safety Checklist for Major U.S. Cities
Share your plan, pick public ground, keep ride-share receipts, and decide your leave lines before you walk out the door.
Other editors on the Journal
- Daniel Choi Product Lead, Matching & Integrity
- Elena Voss LCSW, Relationship Content Director
- James Ortiz Editor-in-Chief, InstaFuck Journal