Anyone who receives a similar type request from their online Date or believes they are a victim of this crime should report this matter to their local authorities.

NEVER, EVER send copies to your Date any of your personal documentation such as drivers licences, passports etc.

That number, was expected to rise to 115 million by 2015.

With dating sites (and apps) coming under the hackers’ radar, here are five such platforms Indian users should be wary of.

Is online dating something that works for the adult crowd looking to find local sex with no strings attached? What kinds of people make the choice to explore adult sex dating?

How and where can someone interested in the possibilities get started?

The most recent scam affecting online daters around the world involves the use of fake background checking websites created by criminals.

Fake profiles created by criminals are contacting victims on dating sites and requesting individuals to obtain “Dating ID’s”, “hookup clearance”, “security clearances” or “criminal background checks” prior to meeting or engaging in online based activities.

Victims are directed by the criminals to obtain these background checks via an official looking website containing stolen logos from government authorities and official brokers.

The casual dating site allows you to choose compatible people before hooking up.

All of this is done discretely, secretly and in the comfort of your own home.