Online dating can open the door to genuine connection but it can also come with risks. Romance scams remain one of the most emotionally and financially damaging forms of online fraud, and they often start in places where people are simply looking for love.
That’s why we’re pleased to share a new, free Online Relationship Health Check, recently launched by the National Anti-Scam Centre.
This tool has been designed to help people pause, reflect, and recognise early warning signs of relationship scams before serious harm occurs.
What Is the Online Relationship Health Check?
The Online Relationship Health Check is a short, easy-to-complete questionnaire that takes around five minutes.
It asks a series of thoughtful questions about how a relationship is progressing, how communication is happening, and whether certain behaviours may signal risk. At the end, you receive:
- A relationship health score
- Clear guidance on what that score may indicate
- Links to trusted support and next steps if something doesn’t feel right
You can access the tool here:
https://www.scamwatch.gov.au/research-and-resources/resources/online-relationship-health-check
Importantly, this tool isn’t about judgement or blame. Romance scams rely on emotional manipulation, secrecy, urgency, and trust. These tactics can be difficult to spot when feelings are involved.
Why Tools Like This Matter
Romance scams don’t always look like scams at first.
They often build slowly, through daily messages, shared stories, and emotional connection. Scammers may appear caring, attentive, and deeply invested, which is exactly why intelligent, thoughtful people can still be affected.
This health check is designed to:
- Raise awareness of common scam tactics
- Encourage reflection without pressure
- Help people disengage earlier if something isn’t right
- Support friends and family who may be worried about someone they care about
It can be used for yourself or for someone you’re concerned about, making it a valuable conversation starter as well as a personal safety tool.
How This Fits With RSVP’s Commitment to Safety
At RSVP, member safety is taken seriously every single day.
We have dedicated teams who:
- Actively monitor and investigate suspicious behaviour
- Respond to reports from members
- Remove scam profiles as quickly as possible
- Continuously improve our systems to reduce risk
But safety doesn’t stop at platform moderation. Empowering our community with trusted, independent resources is just as important.
This new health check complements our existing guidance, including our article on how to avoid romance scams, which we encourage all members to read:
👉 How to Avoid Romance Scams
If You Need Help Right Now
If the health check raises concerns — or if you believe you or someone you know may already be affected — Scamwatch provides clear steps on what to do next:
👉 https://www.scamwatch.gov.au/stop-check-protect/what-to-do-if-youve-been-scammed
Support is available, and taking action early can make a real difference.
A Final Word
Dating should feel hopeful, respectful, and safe.
Using tools like the Online Relationship Health Check doesn’t mean you’re suspicious or cynical, it means you’re informed. And informed dating is empowered dating.
At RSVP, we’ll continue working closely with industry bodies, researchers, and government initiatives to help create a safer, more human dating environment for everyone.
If something doesn’t feel right, trust that instinct and know that help is available.
