Skip to content 
Hinge romance scams
Read on to find out how our solicitors can help recover funds lost in Hinge romance scams…
£80 million in compensation
won for our clients
Hinge romance scams
Read on to find out how our solicitors can help recover funds lost in Hinge romance scams…
AS SEEN ON
Falling victim to Hinge romance scams can leave you not only emotionally shaken but also out of pocket. Whether you’re new to online dating or a seasoned user, you could be vulnerable to sophisticated fraudsters working through seemingly genuine profiles. Our guide explores how these scams might unfold on Hinge, and how to protect yourself, drawing on our experience supporting victims of all kinds of romance scams.
It might surprise you to learn that if you send money to a scammer via bank transfer or another payment method, in some cases your bank or payment processor could be responsible for returning your funds. Therefore, if you’ve already tried and been turned away by your bank, don’t lose hope: our specialist recovery experts have helped clients reclaim money even after an initial rejection.
To find out more about Hinge romance scams, just keep reading. If you prefer to speak to someone straight away, call 0330 123 0545 to talk confidentially to one of our friendly team, or contact us online at any time.
What Are Hinge Romance Scams?
Hinge romance scams are a form of online fraud where scammers use fake profiles on the dating app Hinge to gain your trust, strike up a relationship, and eventually convince you to send them money or sensitive information.
These scams can start innocently, a flattering match or a charming message. However, over time, the communication becomes intensely personal, with the scammer often professing deep feelings quickly and inventing compelling stories to gain your sympathy and financial help.
Scammers often use information they’ve gathered from genuine social media profiles, making their personas seem credible. They may claim to be working overseas, serving in the military, or dealing with personal emergencies.
Their ultimate aim is always financial gain, whether through a direct request or by steering you towards investment scams or other forms of fraud that benefit them.
If you are the victim of a Hinge romance scam and lost money that your bank won’t refund, why not contact us to see if we can help?
How Hinge Romance Scams Work
Here are some of the most common Hinge romance scam scenarios we’ve encountered:
Emergency requests: The scammer claims they need urgent help with hospital bills, travel expenses, or unexpected legal trouble, often in another country.
Military scam: Someone pretends to be deployed abroad and says they can’t access their funds, asking you to send money so they can return home or receive medical care.
Inheritance or investment opportunities: The fraudster tries to lure you into making investments, sending your details or money to receive a fake inheritance, or buying into cryptocurrency schemes.
Gift card scams: You may be asked to buy gift cards and send the codes, supposedly to help with a short-term crisis.
Catfishing with stolen photos: Scammers often steal images from elsewhere on the web, using them to make their profile more convincing. They typically avoid video calls or meeting in person.
If you recognise any of these tactics or have already lost money, please remember you’re not alone and it’s nothing to be ashamed of. Instead, please feel free to contact us today to see if we can help you get your money back.
How To Spot A Hinge Romance Scam
Anybody can be caught off guard by a sophisticated scammer, but there are a few consistent red flags that often crop up with Hinge romance scams:
Moving the chat quickly: Scammers push to take the conversation off Hinge into private chat apps.
Fast-tracked emotions: They proclaim strong feelings or even love early on, often before you’ve met.
Avoiding real meetings: Excuses always surface around video calls or meeting face-to-face.
Requests for secrecy: The scammer might insist you keep your relationship or their requests for money confidential.
Repeated financial emergencies: Ongoing or escalating pleas for help, each more urgent than the last.
Strange payment requests: You’re asked for unusual payment methods (gift cards, cryptocurrencies, or obscure wire transfer services).
If you spot any combination of these signs, pause before sending money or sharing more information.
Where you’ve already sent money, please let us know if you’ve been unable to obtain a refund from your bank. We offer completely free case reviews, and legal advice. If your case is viable, we could build a case against your bank and try to secure a refund on a No Win No Fee basis.
How To Report Hinge Romance Scams
Taking quick action is essential if you think you’ve been the victim of a Hinge romance scam. Here’s what you can do:
Contact your bank or payment provider immediately if you’ve made payments, you may be able to halt the transaction or recover funds. Ask for your claim to be considered under Authorised Push Payment (APP) scam protections.
Report the scam to Hinge directly through the app, this helps prevent the scammer from targeting others.
Inform the police using the Report Fraud website, especially if large sums are involved, or you feel personally threatened.
Contact us for specialist support: Our solicitors are experts in APP scam refunds and can help you recover what you’ve lost, even if your bank initially says no.
Don’t forget, all calls are confidential, and our team genuinely understand what you’re going through. If you feel overwhelmed, why not let us handle the difficult conversations with your bank for you?
Am I Entitled To A Refund After A Hinge Romance Scam?
Did you know that in many cases, UK banks are required to reimburse victims of Authorised Push Payment (APP) scams, including those that start on dating apps like Hinge? If your bank didn’t do enough to recognise or block a suspicious transaction, or if you were misled into authorising the payment, you could have a valid claim.
However, we are being contacted by more and more romance scam victims who have been turned away by their banks. If thi is the situation you find yourself in, please feel free to call. Our experts can, in some cases, help to overturn bank refund refusals.
What If My Refund Is Turned Down?
If your refund is refused you could:
Ask that your bank puts its decision in writing. This can make it easier to see if it has made a mistake in the way it processed your refund request.
Report the case to the Financial Ombudsman Service. It could instruct your bank to refund you after reviewing what happened.
Speak to us for free advice if you’ve been unable to obtain a refund. We are ready to review your case for free and, where possible, act on your behalf to try to secure a refund on your behalf.
Please let us know if you’ve been turned down for a refund and would like free advice on what to do next.
We Strive to get the very best results we can
We Strive to get the very best results we can
How We'll Manage Your Claim
There are several reasons to trust our experienced team with your recovery claim:
Specialist solicitors: We’re experts in romance fraud cases and APP scam refunds, with a proven track record of helping clients recover losses.
No Win, No Fee: You only pay if we win your refund, there’s no risk or obligation to start.
Total confidentiality: Every step is treated in the strictest confidence, with sensitivity for your situation.
Negotiation with banks and platforms: We’ll handle all the tricky correspondence, ensuring your complaint is taken seriously.
Free initial consultation: Get clear advice on your options at no charge.
You don’t have to handle this difficult process on your own. Time and again, our clients tell us how much relief they feel once our team takes on the challenge, and how grateful they are for the outcome.
If you want an honest conversation about your claim after a Hinge romance scam, we’re here for you.
Contact Our Specialists Today
Ready to take that first step towards reclaiming your money after a Hinge romance scam? Just pick up the phone and call 0330 123 0545 for confidential, friendly advice from our team of solicitors and recovery experts. If you’d prefer, you can fill out our contact form and one of our specialists will be in touch to discuss your situation at a time that suits you best.
There’s absolutely no need to feel embarrassed or worried about reaching out, our work is entirely confidential, and our priority is your recovery and peace of mind. Even if you’re just looking for a little reassurance or want to know if you might have a claim, we’re happy to help.
Contact Us
Our free-to-call helpline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can reach us on 0330 123 0545
Alternatively, you can write to us about your case by completing the form below.
The advice we provide comes free of charge and carries no obligation to proceed.
