How to prevent being catfished

First, be aware of the warning signs. For example, if you're talking to someone online and
they're being evasive about meeting up in person, that's a red flag. Also, be cautious about who
you're talking to online if you don't know them in real life; research before you start chatting.
Finally, trust your gut. If something feels off, it probably is 
 

If you're worried about being catfished, you can do a few things to protect yourself.

• First, make sure you're using a reputable dating site or app.
• Second, don't give out too much personal information until you're sure the person you're talking to is who they say they are.
• Third, keep your conversations on the platform where you met - don't move them to email or text messaging. Fourth, if possible, meet in person as soon as you can.