If you've been a victim of sextortion on Tinder, you're not alone. Unfortunately, this type of scam is becoming all too common on the popular dating app.
Here's what you need to know about Tinder sextortion and what you can do if you find yourself in this situation.
Contact Us
Tinder sextortion is when someone uses threatening or coercive language to try to get nude photos or videos from a Tinder match and then threatens to expose them online if they are not compensated.
There are typically two ways Tinder sextortion can go down. First, a sextortion scammer matches with someone and eagerly starts to flirt and talk sexually with their potential victim. The idea of sharing explicit content comes fairly quick, and being that Tinder is typically used to “hookup” victims aren’t thrown off by the idea. The minute photos or videos are sent out the extortion begins and the sextortionist will threaten to expose the victim’s content if they are not paid to keep quiet.
We Provide Investigative Services That Match Your Needs & Your Budget
We offer immediate, 24/7 assistance from our team of digital investigators.
Another way sextortion occurs on Tinder is when the sextortionist will match with a potential victim and claim they formed real feelings. This way the sextortion will be drawn out for longer and hidden behind “innocent” favors. As an example, the sextortionist will come up with numerous excuses as to why they need money, some excuses could be that they are late on their phone bill, need money for food, etc. Being that the victim thinks they are in a relationship, they agree. Although things will take a turn once the victim can no longer send money. This is when the sextortionist shows their true colors and threatens to expose all of the victim’s intimate content online.
It's important to note shortly after a sextortionist has found a potential target, they will take a deep dive into their victim’s social media accounts and add the majority of their friends from their friend list and look up any public information available to use against them.
The best way to protect yourself from sextortion is to never send intimate photos or videos to someone you don't know and trust completely. Once those photos or videos are out there, you have no control over what happens to them. Even if the person says they will delete them after seeing them, there is no guarantee that they will do so. Additionally, if someone threatens to share your photos or videos unless you send more, report them immediately to the app (Tinder has a reporting feature built into it). You should also report any physical threats made by the person to the police as well as any other relevant authorities.
We recommend making reports to the Tinder platform, your local authorities, and blackmail experts. Making reports to these three will provide you with the best safety measures.
To report accounts on Tinder, you can click the three dots on any given profile and select report. To make reports to authorities and experts give them a call or head to their website and explain your situation in great detail.
Here are some tips on what to do if you’re a victim of sextortion on Tinder:
Sextortion is a serious problem that can have lasting consequences for victims. If you find yourself being targeted by a sextortion scam on Tinder (or any other dating app), reach out for help and take steps to protect yourself. With the right support system in place, you'll get through this—and come out stronger on the other side.
Contact Us or Request a Call Back For Expert Advice & Services.
We'll help you keep your family life and reputation intact.
Get Help Now
