15 Ways To Not Get Catfished

Follow these tips and don't get caught out there.

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When we talk about catfishing, we're not referring to the salty fish used in Cajun cuisine. We're talking about the documentary-turned-TV show that helps people figure out if the person they met online and fallen in love with is actually a real person. We're talking about Manti T'eo, the Notre Dame linebacker whose fake online girlfriend took him for a two-year ride that was exposed on the sports site, Deadspin. Look, dating is hard, but nothing is worse than trying to get over someone who deceived you, stole your money, and/or made you look like a chump. To that end, just in time for Valentine's Day, we've compiled a list of 15 things all humans should do before getting involved with someone online. Because if it sounds too good to be true, chances are you're being played like a fiddle. 

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Be Wary

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Google Them

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Check Their Facebook Profile

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Stalk Them

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Verify Their Picture

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Go Slow

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Take a Look at the Man in the Mirror

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Tell Your Friends

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Pick Up The Phone

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Shoot Them A Text

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Put In Some Face Time

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Take It Offline

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Keep Personal Info Under Wraps

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Never Give Money

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Stay Off The Internet

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