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The Deception of Fake Profiles on Dating Platforms: A Dark Industry Exposed

In the realm of online dating, millions are searching for real connections and genuine love. But for many users, the experience is tainted by a darker truth lurking behind the scenes. Some dating websites, rather than offering a safe space for authentic relationships, are instead fooling users with fabricated profiles and even automated bots. This isn’t just a betrayal of trust; it’s a violation of the most vulnerable aspect of human connection—our hope for love and companionship.


Fake Profiles: The Dirty Secret of the Dating Industry


A quick search uncovers disturbing examples of companies selling packages of fake profiles by ethnicity, location, and even lifestyle. Screenshots from sites like DatingPro expose the shocking truth, where thousands of profiles are marketed like commodities—5,000 Latino profiles for $45, 31,000 Argentinian profiles for $49, and even a “premium” database of 250 Russian female profiles priced at $305. These aren't real people looking for love. They’re a collection of manufactured identities designed to deceive.


Here’s what was found in these listings:


Database Packages by Ethnicity and Location: The option to buy profiles segmented by ethnicity, nationality, and gender, including categories like “Asian female” and “male elite.”


Massive Databases for Sale: Companies offering 48,000 Belgian profiles or 34,000 Chinese profiles, ready to fill a dating site with seemingly endless options—all entirely fake.