[Updated Sticky: 30th October 24]

Beware of Scammers - Stay Safe and Informed

Dear Community,

We continue to repost this important announcement to combat the recent surge of scammers, particularly in personal subreddits like ours. This increase in scam activities is likely due to recent API changes and the discontinuation of certain third-party tools. Our commitment to your safety remains unwavering, and we want to equip you with knowledge to identify and avoid these scammers.

Common Scam Tactics to Look Out For:

1. Financial Scams: Any request for money or financial transactions, especially for online domination or findom, is almost certainly a scam. Remember, financial exchanges are not permitted here.

2. Personal Information Requests: Be cautious of anyone asking for personal details, such as social media accounts or nude photos/videos. Scammers often use these for blackmail. Take your time to trust someone before sharing any personal information.

3. Crypto/Money for 'Verification': Never send money or cryptocurrency as a form of 'verification'. This is a well-known scam tactic.

4. Typical Scammer Profiles: Watch out for profiles claiming to be a dominant female in their late 20s, demanding immediate respect or transfer to another platform like Snapchat. These are often scam attempts.

5. Too Good to Be True: If an offer seems too perfect, it's likely a scam.

6. Inconsistencies and Language Barriers: Scammers often make errors in their messages and may forget details due to language barriers.

7. 'Bored at Home' Spam: Be wary of users claiming they're bored at home and prompting you to pay for interactions.

8. New Accounts with Suspicious Activities: Check the user's profile history for inconsistencies or nonsensical posts.

9. Kik/Snap/Telegram in Profile Info: Profiles containing instant messaging IDs are often red flags.

10. Reddit-Generated Usernames: These nonsensical usernames can be indicative of a scammer.

Additional Tips to Stay Safe:

• Engage Slowly: Take your time getting to know someone. Scammers often rush interactions to prevent you from thinking critically.
• Use Secure Platforms: Engage in communications on platforms that offer better security and privacy features.
• Research and Verify: If possible, verify the person's identity through multiple sources before engaging deeply.
• Report Suspicious Activities: If you suspect a scam, report the profile immediately to help protect others.

External Resources:

• Fetlife: A large adult fetish network. Not a dating site, but a good place for community engagement.
• Tightcuffs: A promising new fetish personals website with a focus on authenticity.
• CollarSpace: An older platform with limited management but still functional for those with existing accounts.
• Alt.com / bdsm.com / bondage.com (same company): Large communities but exercise caution due to a decrease in scam monitoring.

Remember, your safety is paramount. Trust your instincts, and do not hesitate to seek advice or report suspicious behavior. Together, we can maintain a safe and enjoyable space for everyone.