The members here have generally been very vigilant to what we have called “scammers” and the “ Off You Go” thread has tried to combat that, but maybe lost its’ way. On today’s BBC News there has been a package about Sexploitation based in the Philippines where it is done on an industrial scale. Lots of men saying they are voluptuous ladies enticing victims into their web and then blackmailing them – not overnight, but taking it very gently until the men are in their thrall. It seems to have led to one young man committing suicide and being pushed to that by the “scammers” We may take the people who turn up here as like a fly that can be swatted away, but there are a few that have been persistent and worked hard to seem to be ordinary members. They may be amusing but they can obviously be far more dangerous than we think. The jokey comments about “Is it a he or a she” are closer to the truth than we may know, as it is seemingly a multi million pound scam. Our motto here is “Be Careful What You Wish For” but maybe we should remember the old Hill Street Blues line “Let’s Be Careful Out There” Here is the BBC link but just search “Sextortion” and you may find some local articles to your part of the world http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-30538819
I think we were well ahead of the game on this one. How many times did we pick up on fake profiles . Must have been dozens. Xx Wendy
Hey there! I agree with @Wendygirl.... We protect our own very well here.... However, the onus is on each and every one of us to ultimately make our choice as to how we interact online.... I can see why guys and gals search the Interweb in search of what they desire... Let's face it... we can find ANYTHING out there!!!! All we have to do is look..... But we all have a choice as to what we do when we think we find what we're looking for..... It's all too easy to be blurred by what is real and what is not when online.... But there are usually reactions to one's actions too.... We should never forget that... So be safe out there everyone! With the absolute kindest regards. J.
Here is a link to the aforementioned "off you go" thread that was used successfully by many members to report scammers: http://www.chastitymansion.com/forums/index.php?threads/off-you-go.9438/ Unfortunately it seems it had lost it's way in the last few postings. As far as I know the site is scammer free just now but as Carrie mentioned they do come and go. Please be sure to report any suspicious approaches at all. Either to a moderator or file a "report" by clicking the reports tab or of course you can still use the off you go thread.
My memory is not what it should be, but... wasn't the 'Off You Go' thread locked because it got off track....? With the absolute kindest regards. J.
I think other sites are plagued by the scammers more, and I also believe we do a great job to keep them at bay here. I think it's always good to be reminded of the dangers out there, so thanks @maidcarrie! As for Ms Amanda's "Off You Go" thread, I think that was a valued weapon against the bad people, so can we simply re-open it? It was quite a fun thread as well as a valuable one!
Yes indeed @Wendygirl - quite some time before the old thread was prompted I had been occasionally active in getting one or two into Yahoo and then passing the transcript to Admin or MW - and off they would go. However, the newly revealed potential of these people to slowly work their way into people's lives then start blackmailing them - not just getting someone to sign up for a site and they get a few bucks - is very concerning. They are potentially VERY VERY dangerous.
I agree, so I have updated my profile to show where I can be found in real life on the scene. I think it is now becoming necessary to prove that we are who we say we are if we are expecting to interact with others on a personal level.
Just be aware that if you do publish your personal details here then you should be prepared to end up with someone on your doorstep unexpectedly.
While I respect Your decision, I would highly recommend a little artful deception. Once someone knows where to find You, they can then follow You, and that could certainly lead to awkward and possibly dangerous scenarios. Perhaps on being a bit oversensitive, but I believe the risk is task. It only takes one obsessive nutter to ruin your day!
I understand the concerns and have safety measures in place. I do think however that with the scammers becoming rather more devious that I would prefer that I can be verified as a real person. I wouldn't want anyone to think that I am not what I say I am or feel that they are talking to a fake. As I attend clubs and work in the Dungeon it seems that this is already public knowledge so pretty safe to have out there.
Ha ha, loving it @Mascara^Snake great way of saying mistakes can be made. It just shows how difficult it can be trying to balance being a real bona fide person in a place where many would rather not reveal themselves.