June is often associated with weddings, summer vacations, and new relationships. As dating app activity increases during the early summer months, cybersecurity experts and fraud investigators say romance scams tend to rise as well. Scammers know that many people are more active online, more open to meeting new people, and often feeling optimistic about finding a connection. That combination creates an opportunity for criminals who specialize in manipulating emotions for financial gain. While dating apps have introduced stronger safety measures in recent years, romance scams remain one of the most costly forms of online fraud.
