PayPal "deposit so I can perform" redirection
Performer (or someone impersonating one) asks for a PayPal payment in private chat as a "deposit" before tipping or going private. Once paid, the room locks up, the account vanishes, or the demands escalate.
Why this pattern works
This is the single most-reported pattern across our review window. The hook is always the same: the platform is described as too restrictive, too slow to release funds, or "charging the model a huge fee". The reframe sounds reasonable - until you notice the deposit never goes toward what was promised, and a new demand always follows.
Signs you are in this pattern
If two or more of these match what is happening, treat it as the scam.
Verbatim lines we have seen used
If you hear or read these, the script is running.
"Send by PayPal, the site takes 60%.
"Just a small deposit so I know you're serious.
"Everyone pays outside the site - that's how it works.
"I'll add more time once the PayPal goes through.
What to do right now
Sequential, low-risk actions. Do them in order.
Stop the payment immediately if it's still pending in PayPal.
File a transaction dispute with PayPal citing "service not rendered".
Save the chat, the room URL, and the PayPal recipient screenshot.
Report the on-platform account and submit the evidence here.
Platforms involved in current reports
Aggregated from the reports we have processed in this review window.
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