⚡ Key takeaways
- Curses, love spells and guaranteed outcomes are the biggest red flags.
- Never pay outside the platform or with gift cards or crypto.
- Report fraud at reportfraud.ftc.gov and ic3.gov.
Why Love Readings Attract Scammers
Heartbreak, longing and uncertainty make people vulnerable. Fraudsters exploit that by promising to bring back an ex, remove a “curse” on your love life or guarantee a relationship — then escalating payments. Consumer advocates such as AARP and the FTC have warned about psychic and fortune-telling scams for years, and social media has made it easier for scammers to reach people directly.
10 Red Flags of a Fake Love Psychic
- They say you or your relationship is cursed and only they can remove it — for money.
- They sell “love spells” or rituals to make someone love you or come back.
- They guarantee results such as “your ex will return in 7 days”.
- Every reading uncovers a new, more expensive problem.
- They warn that something terrible will happen to you or your loved ones if you don't pay.
- They ask you to pay outside the platform — gift cards, crypto, wire transfers or payment apps.
- They contact you first via social media, messaging apps or email.
- They ask for bank details, passwords, ID documents or your home address.
- They push you to keep the reading secret from friends and family.
- They discourage you from seeking real-world help such as a therapist or doctor.
How Love Psychic Scams Typically Unfold
- A free or cheap reading that feels warm and accurate.
- A dramatic “discovery”: a curse, dark energy or a rival blocking your love.
- A paid ritual or spell to fix it — often with candles, crystals or “work” done privately.
- Escalation: the problem is “stronger than expected” and needs more money.
- Isolation and fear to keep you paying.
How to Protect Yourself
- Book readings only through established platforms with reviews and refund policies.
- Never pay outside the platform, and never send gift cards or crypto.
- Use a nickname; keep financial and identifying details private.
- Agree on the total cost up front and watch the timer.
- Talk to someone you trust before spending more than you planned.
- Report suspicious advisors to the platform.
Choosing a safe platform is the best protection — see our ranking of love psychic sites and how to choose a love psychic.
What a Legitimate Love Reader Looks Like
- Clear per-minute pricing on a reputable platform
- Honest about limits — no guarantees
- Respects your free will and your budget
- Encourages professional help when needed
- Lets you end the session at any time
If You've Been Scammed
Stop all payments and contact. Contact the platform's support and your bank or card issuer immediately — some payments can be disputed. Report the fraud to the Federal Trade Commission at reportfraud.ftc.gov, to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov if it happened online, and to your state attorney general. AARP's Fraud Watch Network helpline (877-908-3360) offers free support.
Being scammed is not your fault. Scammers are skilled at exploiting emotions — reporting helps protect others.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a psychic remove a curse on my love life?
Claims that you're cursed and need to pay for removal are a classic scam. Legitimate readers don't sell curse removal.
Do love spells work?
There's no evidence that paid love spells work, and they are one of the most common psychic scam tactics.
Where do I report a psychic scam?
Report to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov, to ic3.gov for online fraud, and to your state attorney general.