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SCARS™ Website: Is Secure

For a time, to facilitate your access we had to remove the https encryption, but we wanted to assure you that it has been turned back on and all communications between your device and this website are encrypted and secured by SSL https protocol.

SSL HTTPS Protocol

Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS) is the secure version of HTTP, the protocol over which data is sent between your browser and the website that you are connected to (www.RomanceScamsNow.com »). The ‘S’ at the end of HTTPS stands for ‘Secure’. It means all communications between your browser and the website are encrypted. HTTPS is often used to protect highly confidential online transactions like online banking and online shopping order forms.

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Anti-Scam Security

In addition to the SSL Certificate to encrypt communications between our website and your browser, we also employ other Security Countermeasures:

These include:

Country Blocking
Multi-Layered Cybersecurity
Active Anti-Scam / Anti-Spam Comment Blocking
Human Review Of All Interactions

Country Blocking

RomanceScamsNow.com automatically blocks access to our website from these countries:

Countries Blocked By RomanceScamsNow.com

Of course, this is not absolute, but coupled with our other means provides a solid series of layers that protect this website and its viewers. The primary reason to block whole countries is that it prevents access by more scammers, especially those in the Scammer Nations.

Multi-Layered Cybersecurity

Our website also employs over 9 layers of cybersecurity features and active tools to prevent & detect any attempts at unauthorized access, and block them. On any given day, hackers attempt over a thousand attempt to break into our website. So far (knock on wood) they have been unsuccessful! We cannot detail our constantly upgrading methods (since we do not want the bad guys to know how we do it) but understand that this is of utmost importance to us.

Active Anti-Scam / Anti-Spam Comment Blocking

We also actively prevent attempts by the bad guys to either spam our website with fake comments or to troll for victims.

Here are the Stats on that over the last few months:

Obviously, some periods are worse than others and it is important that we employ layers of automated tools to prevent unwanted comments from being allowed on our website. Currently, we enjoy an ACCURACY of 99.53%

Human Review Of All Interactions

In addition to all of these, our team is always looking for and reviewing all activities on our website. From file changes (making sure they are just authorized updates), to every post and comment, to access logs, and much much more. These are just the things that have to be done in a cyber insecure world.

We Wanted To Share

Our Society believes strongly in transparency in what we do and who we are. Almost EVERY anti-scam group is either a fake, a fraud, a scammer, or an amateur lying to you about what they know (except for SCARS Members who strictly follow the SCARS Code of Conduct in what they do). We hope this helps you feel a little more secure after your experience.

Just know that we will do everything we can to help maintain the trust in what we do.

SCARS™ Team
A SCARS Division
Miami Florida U.S.A.

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FAQ: How Do You Properly Report Scammers?

It is essential that law enforcement knows about scams & scammers, even though there is nothing (in most cases) that they can do.

Always report scams involving money lost or where you received money to:

Local Police – ask them to take an “informational” police report – say you need it for your insurance
Your National Police or FBI (www.IC3.gov »)
The SCARS|CDN™ Cybercriminal Data Network – Worldwide Reporting Network HERE » or on www.Anyscam.com »

This helps your government understand the problem, and allows law enforcement to add scammers on watch lists worldwide.

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Visit our NEW Main SCARS Facebook page for much more information about scams and online crime: www.facebook.com/SCARS.News.And.Information »

To learn more about SCARS visit www.AgainstScams.org

Please be sure to report all scammers HERE » or on www.Anyscam.com »

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Important Information for New Scam Victims

Please visit www.ScamVictimsSupport.org – a SCARS Website for New Scam Victims & Sextortion Victims
Enroll in FREE SCARS Scam Survivor’s School now at www.SCARSeducation.org
Please visit www.ScamPsychology.org – to more fully understand the psychological concepts involved in scams and scam victim recovery

If you are looking for local trauma counselors please visit counseling.AgainstScams.org or join SCARS for our counseling/therapy benefit: membership.AgainstScams.org

If you need to speak with someone now, you can dial 988 or find phone numbers for crisis hotlines all around the world here: www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines

A Note About Labeling!

We often use the term ‘scam victim’ in our articles, but this is a convenience to help those searching for information in search engines like Google. It is just a convenience and has no deeper meaning. If you have come through such an experience, YOU are a Survivor! It was not your fault. You are not alone! Axios!

A Question of Trust

At the SCARS Institute, we invite you to do your own research on the topics we speak about and publish, Our team investigates the subject being discussed, especially when it comes to understanding the scam victims-survivors experience. You can do Google searches but in many cases, you will have to wade through scientific papers and studies. However, remember that biases and perspectives matter and influence the outcome. Regardless, we encourage you to explore these topics as thoroughly as you can for your own awareness.

Statement About Victim Blaming

SCARS Institute articles examine different aspects of the scam victim experience, as well as those who may have been secondary victims. This work focuses on understanding victimization through the science of victimology, including common psychological and behavioral responses. The purpose is to help victims and survivors understand why these crimes occurred, reduce shame and self-blame, strengthen recovery programs and victim opportunities, and lower the risk of future victimization.

At times, these discussions may sound uncomfortable, overwhelming, or may be mistaken for blame. They are not. Scam victims are never blamed. Our goal is to explain the mechanisms of deception and the human responses that scammers exploit, and the processes that occur after the scam ends, so victims can better understand what happened to them and why it felt convincing at the time, and what the path looks like going forward.

Articles that address the psychology, neurology, physiology, and other characteristics of scams and the victim experience recognize that all people share cognitive and emotional traits that can be manipulated under the right conditions. These characteristics are not flaws. They are normal human functions that criminals deliberately exploit. Victims typically have little awareness of these mechanisms while a scam is unfolding and a very limited ability to control them. Awareness often comes only after the harm has occurred.

By explaining these processes, these articles help victims make sense of their experiences, understand common post-scam reactions, and identify ways to protect themselves moving forward. This knowledge supports recovery by replacing confusion and self-blame with clarity, context, and self-compassion.

Additional educational material on these topics is available at ScamPsychology.org – ScamsNOW.com and other SCARS Institute websites.

Psychology Disclaimer:

All articles about psychology and the human brain on this website are for information & education only

The information provided in this article is intended for educational and self-help purposes only and should not be construed as a substitute for professional therapy or counseling.

While any self-help techniques outlined herein may be beneficial for scam victims seeking to recover from their experience and move towards recovery, it is important to consult with a qualified mental health professional before initiating any course of action. Each individual’s experience and needs are unique, and what works for one person may not be suitable for another.

Additionally, any approach may not be appropriate for individuals with certain pre-existing mental health conditions or trauma histories. It is advisable to seek guidance from a licensed therapist or counselor who can provide personalized support, guidance, and treatment tailored to your specific needs.

If you are experiencing significant distress or emotional difficulties related to a scam or other traumatic event, please consult your doctor or mental health provider for appropriate care and support.

Also read our SCARS Institute Statement about Professional Care for Scam Victims – click here to go to our ScamsNOW.com website.

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