£80 deposit to someone whose profile looked legit. Never got the address. Number stopped responding. Then £120 more to someone else a month later. Same thing.
That £200 taught me expensive lessons. Here's what I watch for now—haven't been scammed since.
Photo Red Flags
Too Perfect, No Flaws
If every photo looks professionally edited with perfect lighting and no normal human imperfections, be suspicious. Real companions have casual photos mixed in. Instagram models photoshopped to oblivion often mean stolen images.
Inconsistent Appearance Across Photos
Does the person in photo 1 look noticeably different from photo 5? Different nose, different body type, different face shape? That's multiple people's photos being used.
Only Lingerie/Nude Shots, No Face
Legitimate companions show their face in at least some photos. All faceless body shots = likely fake.
Watermarks from Other Sites
See a watermark from a different directory or website? They stole the photos.
Profile Red Flags
Minimal Information
One-paragraph bio with just physical stats and nothing about personality, preferences, or services? Scammers don't bother with details.
Too-Good-To-Be-True Pricing
£100/hour for someone who looks like a £400/hour companion? No. It's fake.
No Verification Badge
On Skip The Games App specifically, unverified profiles are higher risk. Not all are scams, but all scams are unverified.
Generic Copy-Paste Text
Profiles that read like bad marketing copy with awkward phrasing often indicate someone managing multiple fake profiles.
Communication Red Flags
Immediate Request for Deposit
Before you've discussed availability, services, or built any rapport, they're asking for money upfront. Legitimate companions either don't require deposits or discuss them after initial vetting.
Vague About Location
"I'll send address after deposit" is the classic scam. Real companions give general area (e.g., "Kensington" or "Central Manchester") before any money changes hands.
Pushy or Aggressive Tone
Professional companions are never desperate for your booking. If someone's pushing hard, creating urgency, or being aggressive, walk away.
Poor English with Obvious Translation Errors
Not talking about accents or ESL companions—talking about Google Translate-level broken English that makes no sense. Often indicates overseas scammers.
Won't Verify Identity in Any Way
Ask for a quick selfie or video verification and they refuse? That's a red flag. Legitimate companions understand this concern.
Payment Red Flags
Only Accepts Untraceable Methods
Bitcoin, gift cards, wire transfer only—these are scammer favorites because they're irreversible.
Deposit Required Before Basic Details
Legitimate deposits happen after you've agreed on time, location, services, duration. If they want money before these basics, no.
Large Deposits (50%+ of booking)
Reasonable deposits are £50-100 or 20-30% of total. Half the fee or more upfront is unusual.
Meeting Red Flags
Constant Location Changes
"Actually I'm in a different area now" repeatedly = they're stringing you along.
Can't Provide Specific Address Until Last Minute
They should give you at least a postcode or cross-streets with reasonable notice. "I'll text you the address when you're 5 minutes away" every single time is suspicious.
Wants to Meet in Sketchy Areas
Companions with established incalls use safe, decent locations. If it's a dodgy area or feels unsafe, trust that instinct.
The Two Scams That Got Me
Scam 1: The Deposit Disappearance
Profile looked good. Photos seemed real. Communication was friendly. They asked for £80 deposit via bank transfer to "confirm booking." I paid. They said they'd send address in an hour. Number stopped responding.
What I missed: No verification badge. Brand new profile (should've checked join date). Asked for deposit before confirming exact time.
Scam 2: The Endless Excuses
Paid £120 deposit. Got address. Showed up. No answer. Called—"Sorry, had to pop out, come back in 30 minutes." Came back—"Building manager won't let visitors today, can you come tomorrow?" Asked for refund—"Already spent it, come tomorrow." Tomorrow never happened.
What I missed: No reviews anywhere. Communication was consistently vague. Should've demanded refund immediately when first meeting failed.
My Current Safety Checklist
Before booking anyone now:
- Check for Skip The Games App verification badge (required)
- Reverse image search 2-3 photos
- Read entire profile for detail and consistency
- Check how long profile has been active
- Look for reviews or testimonials
- Initial communication should feel professional but human
- Never pay deposits via untraceable methods
- Get general location before money discussion
- If something feels off, it is—trust that feeling
When to Walk Away
If you see ANY of these, don't proceed:
- Multiple red flags from above list
- Your gut says something's wrong
- They get defensive when you ask basic verification questions
- Story keeps changing
- Too good to be true in any way
I ignored my instincts twice because I wanted the booking to work out. Cost me £200. Don't make that mistake.
What to Do If You Get Scammed
Report to Skip The Games App: They take fraud seriously and will remove profiles.
Report to Action Fraud UK: They track escort scams.
Report phone number: Services like Should I Answer can help others avoid the same scammer.
Bank transfer scams: Contact your bank immediately, though recovery is unlikely.
Don't engage further: Scammers will sometimes offer "another chance" or ask for more money to "fix" the situation. Block and move on.
Final Thoughts
Scams exist on every directory, including Skip The Games App. But Skip The Games App's verification system makes them rarer than most platforms.
Since I started following my checklist strictly, I've had zero scams across 40+ bookings. It works.
Learn from my £200 mistake: verification badge is non-negotiable, reverse image search is mandatory, and gut feelings matter more than attractive photos.