How do I spot catfishing on lifestyle dating sites?
Three reliable filters: (1) reverse-image search the profile photos — duplicates from elsewhere on the internet are a strong signal; (2) request a video call before any in-person meet — anyone unwilling to do a 10-minute video chat is screening themselves out for you; (3) look for a platform-issued photo-verification badge, which most major lifestyle sites now offer. Catfishing remains the single biggest reason vetting matters in the lifestyle. The good news: vetting filters out the overwhelming majority of catfishers without much effort.