Tramatch adapts technology to combat online dating scams

  Tramatch International has reinstated its commitment to user safety and trust by implementing advanced Know Your Customer (KYC) verification and AI-driven fraud detection as online dating gains popularity in Nigeria. The co-founder, Elijah Bassey, disclosed this during a webinar on Wednesday, noting that dating scams have been a major bottleneck in the online dating […]

 

Tramatch International has reinstated its commitment to user safety and trust by implementing advanced Know Your Customer (KYC) verification and AI-driven fraud detection as online dating gains popularity in Nigeria.

The co-founder, Elijah Bassey, disclosed this during a webinar on Wednesday, noting that dating scams have been a major bottleneck in the online dating ecosystem.

Tramatch, a faith-based matchmaking platform designed for individuals seeking serious, long-term relationships, has continued integrating advanced security measures, AI fraud detection, and a strong commitment to shared values.

This is in response to the rising number of online dating scams, where fraudsters create fake profiles using stolen images.

According to Elijah, the team has introduced a mandatory identity verification process where every user must upload a profile picture and pass a liveness test using their device’s camera.

“We are standing out from our competition. We have taken security a step forward by ensuring that the uploaded images match the real identity of the user,” he said.

The global dating market is projected to grow from $11.32 billion in 2025 to $21.71 billion by 2034, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.50%.

In Nigeria, over 60,000 active users engage with online dating platforms monthly. On Tramatch, alone, a growing user base of about 200,000 registered people is actively seeking to find a perfect match.

Tramatch, therefore, urged Nigerians to be vigilant when dating online and to use platforms that prioritise security and transparency.

 

The company is also working with relevant authorities to identify, flag, and report fraudulent activities on its platform.

 

With the strictest verification policies in the Nigerian dating industry, Tramatch is actively detecting and blocking scammers using fake foreign identities, men creating profiles as women to deceive users and imposters using stolen pictures and fake information.

“These measures set Tramatch apart from other dating platforms, where unverified users often exploit the system.

“By enforcing KYC, Tramatch ensures that users are real, verified individuals, reducing the risks of catfishing, fraud, and identity theft,” Elijah said.