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[ladislav]

Can You Really Find Love on Pina-Love? Here's the Real Deal.

Yeah, you can find love on Pina-Love. It’s possible. But here’s the truth: the place is also crawling with scammers, liars, and fakes. Honestly, I’d say about 40% of the people on there just can’t be trusted.

You’ll run into plenty of women who seem interested at first, chat for a few days, then just vanish. No explanation, just gone. A lot of ghosting happens there.

But even worse than that are the ones who stick around—not because they like you, but because they’re playing a long con.
How the Scam Usually Goes

These scammers know what they’re doing. They won’t ask for money right away. Instead, they’ll:

Message you consistently for weeks.

Build up trust, flirt, say sweet things.

Make you feel like maybe this is something real.

Then slowly it starts:

“Can you send me some phone credit?”

“My phone camera’s broken—I want to video call you, but I can’t.”

“Can you help me fix it? I’ll pay you back, I promise.”

“The store doesn’t give receipts, but I used the money for what I said…”

Yeah, it’s all BS.

They’ll lie to your face, sound super convincing, and when you catch on—you’re already out hundreds of dollars. And guess what? You’re not the only one. They’re running the same play on multiple guys at once.
It's Sad, But Common in the Philippines

Unfortunately, this kind of scamming is pretty common in the Philippines—especially on dating apps and websites. Some of these women are really patient. They’ll become your “friend” for months or even years before asking for money.

They’ll call it a loan, or say it’s for:

A sick family member

Emergency rent

School tuition for their sibling

Whatever tugs at your heart. But it’s usually just part of the act.
One Big Tip: Ask for ID

Seriously—ask her to take a screenshot of her government ID. Not a photo she already had saved. Make sure she’s showing her real name and age, because a lot of that stuff is faked.

And if you’re thinking about flying over to meet her?
Hire a local investigator or background checker to confirm her ID is legit. Fake IDs are super easy to get in the Philippines, and scammers use them all the time.

It might sound like overkill, but if you’re planning to spend money, travel, or make big life decisions based on this person—it’s worth it.
Not Everyone’s a Scammer, Though

Now, to be fair—not all women on Pina-Love are like that. I’d say about 60% are actually real, decent people just trying to find love or connection.

Interestingly, in my experience (and others’), the more “model-looking” someone is, the more likely it’s a fake or a scam. Same goes for really young profiles that come on strong right away.

On the other hand, women who are a bit older or more average-looking? Often much more genuine. Not always, but enough to notice a pattern.
So, What Should You Do? Here's My Advice:

Never send money. No matter how sweet or convincing she is. Don’t do it.

Video chat early. If she keeps making excuses, that’s a red flag.

Ask for a screenshot of her ID. A real person won’t mind proving who they are.

Check her photos. Use a reverse image search to make sure they aren’t stolen.

Set boundaries. Be clear from the start: no money, no phone credit, no “favors.”

Talk to a few people. Don’t put all your hopes in one chat right away.

Take your time. If it’s real, there’s no rush.

Join expat forums or Reddit threads for advice from other guys who’ve been through it.

Trust your gut. If something feels off, it probably is.

Hire a local sleuth ( you can find those on FB) to check things out including if her ID is not fake, if you’re planning to visit or get serious. It could save you thousands.

Final Thoughts

Online dating in the Philippines isn’t for the faint of heart. There are some amazing women out there, but you’ve got to get through a lot of nonsense and scams to find them.

So stay smart. Don’t get too caught up in the fantasy. Keep your head clear, your wallet closed, and your heart guarded—at least until you really know who you’re talking to.

If you play it smart, you might just find something real. Just don’t fall for the games along the way.
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[kangarunner]

@ladislav What happened to just meeting women the normal way? In person.

The only problem with online dating and apps is that over 35 a lot of women carry baggage and have had bad experiences with men. They've felt burned in the past and now it's hard for them to build trust again with a man.