Online dating and seniors

Online dating is becoming very popular for seniors, some of whom have lost a partner due to death or divorce. While this is an excellent way to meet new people, it is also a way for predators to find potential victims. Their goal may be to get your money, or inflict physical or emotional harm.

Confidence tricksters make their living by building trust – and a lonely senior who has perhaps had a long relationship with one partner and is now seeking another person to share life with is often a very easy target. To learn how to protect yourself read the online dating section.