Romance scammers create fake profiles on dating sites and apps, or contact their targets through popular social media sites like Instagram, Facebook, or Google Hangouts. The scammers strike up a relationship with their targets to build their trust, sometimes talking or chatting several times a day.

What happens if someone knows my bank account number?

If someone has your bank account number and routing number, it is possible for fraudsters to order fake checks using your bank information. They can also digitally scan the fraudulent checks and deposit the amount into their bank account.