Knowledge and Protective Practices of Female Facebook Users Against Love Scams in Malaysia

Abidin, Norazlina Zainal ; Kamaluddin, Mohammad Rahim ; Shaari, Azianura Hani ; Din, Norazura ; Ramasamy, Saravanan (2018) — Jurnal Komunikasi: Malaysian Journal of Communication

DOI: 10.17576/jkmjc-2018-3404-07

Synopsis

This catalog-style synopsis presents an overview of a study on knowledge and protective practices among female Facebook users in Malaysia in relation to love scams (Penipuan Cinta). The focus lies on how women perceive the risk of romantic fraud on social media, what they know about common tactics, and how they understand the steps needed to stay safe online. The discussion situates online dating scams within the broader landscape of digital communication, consumer protection, and gendered experiences in Malaysia, with attention to the role of Facebook as a platform for personal connections and potential deception. The scope includes awareness of warning signs, information sources, and the ways users interpret credible information in online interactions. Protective practices described include routine verification of identities, cautious sharing of personal data, and selective engagement with unknown profiles. The text covers behaviors such as using privacy settings, limiting contact with unfamiliar accounts, and employing platform tools to block, report, or flag suspicious activity. It also considers

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