Online Dating Background Checks & Dating Investigations in Massachusetts

Before you trust the profile, know who is really behind it.

Online dating makes it easier than ever to meet someone new, but a dating profile only shows you what that person chooses to share. If you are talking to someone online, preparing to meet in person, entering a serious relationship, or simply have concerns that something does not add up, MG Investigations can help you get the facts.

Our online dating background check and dating investigation services are designed to help verify the identity and background of someone you met through Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, Facebook Dating, Match, eHarmony, social media, or another online platform.

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MG Investigations provides professional, discreet, and confidential investigative services throughout Greater Boston, the North Shore, and Massachusetts. Instead of relying only on a basic internet search, work with an experienced private investigator who knows how to locate, review, and evaluate information from multiple available sources.

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Who Are You Really Talking To?

When a relationship begins online, it can be difficult to know whether everything you are being told is accurate. A person may use a different name, leave out important parts of their history, misrepresent their relationship status, use misleading photographs, or provide information that does not match available records.

Sometimes the inconsistencies are innocent. Other times, they can be warning signs of catfishing, romance scams, hidden relationships, false identities, or a concerning background.

If you are constantly asking yourself questions such as these, it may be time to get professional help:

Is this person really who they say they are?
Is the name they gave me their real name?
Are they actually single?
Does their age, address, employment, or personal history make sense?
Do they have a criminal history that I should know about?
Are they using different names or aliases?
Do their social media accounts match what they have told me?
Are their dating profile photos actually theirs?
Could I be dealing with a catfish or romance scam?
Should I learn more before meeting this person or allowing them further into my life?
You do not have to ignore those questions. MG Investigations can help you investigate the facts before you make your next decision.

Why Run a Background Check on Someone You’re Dating?

Trust is an important part of any relationship, but trust does not have to mean ignoring questions or inconsistencies.

Online dating safety organizations encourage people to research potential matches, protect their personal information, watch for suspicious behavior, and take precautions before meeting someone in person. A professional investigation can provide another layer of information when you want more than what is available from a dating profile or simple internet search.

You may want to consider an online dating investigation before:

Meeting someone from a dating app for the first time.
Giving someone your home address or other sensitive personal information.
Beginning a serious or long distance relationship.
Introducing a new partner to your children or family.
Allowing someone into your home.
Traveling to meet someone you originally met online.
Lending or sending someone money.
Combining finances or making a major financial commitment.
Continuing a relationship when details about someone’s past do not add up.

Can I run a background check on someone I met on a dating app?

Yes. A private investigator can research legally available information about an individual you met online. The scope of the investigation depends on the information you have about the person, the records available, and the purpose of the investigation.

What information do you need to investigate someone I'm dating?

The more accurate information you can provide, the better. Helpful information may include the person's name, approximate age, city or state, phone number, email address, dating profile, photographs, social media accounts, or other details they have shared with you. You do not need to have every piece of information before contacting us.

Can you find out if someone has a criminal record?

MG Investigations can research legally available criminal and court records as part of a dating background investigation. Record availability varies by jurisdiction and circumstance, and additional information may sometimes be necessary to confirm that a record belongs to the correct individual.

Can you determine whether a dating profile is fake?

We can investigate information connected with the individual and compare available details to what you have been told. This may help identify false identities, aliases, inconsistent photographs, conflicting information, or other indicators commonly associated with catfishing and fraudulent online profiles.

Will the person know that I hired a private investigator?

MG Investigations handles private investigations with confidentiality and discretion. We can discuss your circumstances, objectives, and the appropriate investigative approach during your consultation.

How much does an online dating investigation cost?

The cost depends on the amount of information available and the depth of research necessary. Some cases may require a focused background investigation, while others may require more extensive research. Contact MG Investigations for a confidential consultation and customized quote.