My Experience Facing an Escort Scam

I never thought I would become a victim of an online scam, but my experience in the escort niche proved how easy it is to be misled when trust and emotions are involved.

It started when I came across what looked like a professional Russian escort profile. The photos were polished, the description seemed authentic, and the reviews gave the impression of credibility. I reached out, and the conversation felt natural — polite, quick replies, even a sense of personal attention. Everything seemed legitimate.

But very quickly, payment requests began. At first, it was a "small deposit" to confirm the booking. Then came another demand: "travel expenses" to guarantee arrival. The explanations sounded reasonable at the time, and because I didn’t want to lose the chance, I agreed. After sending the money, the tone changed. Replies became delayed, excuses piled up, and finally, all communication stopped.

That was the moment I realized I had been scammed. The profile was fake, the reviews fabricated, and the entire interaction designed to manipulate urgency and trust.

Looking back, the red flags were there:

Requests for money before meeting in person.

Overly polished photos with no way to verify authenticity.

Pressure tactics — "Pay now or I’ll book someone else."

No transparent platform or verification system.

The experience was frustrating, but also eye-opening. It showed me how vulnerable people can be when they are searching for connection, and how important it is to approach such services with caution.

Now, whenever I see an offer that looks "too good to be true," I remember my lesson: scams thrive on trust, but they collapse under verification. Always double-check, never pay upfront, and use only platforms that prioritize transparency and authenticity.