Paige Spiranac has always been outspoken, especially when it comes to protecting herself and her followers. Whether it’s calling out fake social media accounts or confronting misogynistic comments, she’s never been afraid to speak her mind. It’s one of the many reasons fans admire her—she’s real, and she’s not afraid to fight for what’s right. In a world where deepfakes and scams are all too common, Paige has made it her mission to educate her fans and keep them safe. Last year, she had to warn her followers about scammers pretending to be her, a situation she called “scary.”
Unfortunately, it looks like the scams are back. On January 18, Paige posted about her exclusive content passes on X when a fan tried to reach out, saying, “Hi Darling! Reply with this lead on our chat to confirm it’s really you, please.” But, as Paige quickly pointed out, the person this fan was chatting with wasn’t her at all. She immediately replied, clarifying, “I only chat directly on my passes account or my verified social media accounts. Nowhere else.” Yet, the fan still insisted, saying, “Really? I asked Paige for a photo holding a 2025 note, and I got it.” It’s heartbreaking that even with her clear warnings, fans are still falling for these scams.
Paige Spiranac has always made it clear to her followers that she only has one verified Passes account and no others. She’s even gone as far as to warn them about scammers using her name, saying, “Anyone claiming to be me or an associate of mine is fake.” It’s a message she repeats time and again to ensure her fans don’t fall into the trap of deceit. But despite her constant efforts to educate and protect, there have been instances where her persona was wrongfully used. One particular incident stands out—a screenshot from an older video of Paige Spiranac was altered, with her head cover replaced by a sign that read, “I love you, baby. Please don’t try to hurt me! Because I will never hurt you.”
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – AUGUST 28: Paige Spiranac watches a putt on the 10th hole during the 2024 Creator Classic prior to the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club on August 28, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images)
“I really hope platforms start to prioritize getting rid of impersonation accounts. It’s wild how many fake accounts there are of me and how many unsafe situations it has caused me and others. I know it’s a real problem for so many,” she wrote on X. But Paige is standing strong, once again doing everything she can to protect her followers from those who seek to deceive them. And she once again posted a warning message for her fans. The golf diva took to her official Instagram account a few hours ago and posted a picture of herself in the story. She wrote, “Hi just a friendly reminder I don’t have a telegram or anything like that! The only place you can talk to me directly is on Passes.”
“One reason I have my Passes account is to help eliminate any confusion with impersonators. I’m doing everything I can to crack down on these fake accounts but just know I will never have a telegram, WhatsApp, or anything similar to that to chat,” she added. To keep things safe, she also attached a link to one of her accounts in the story.
Lexi Thompson and Charley Hull caught under the social scam web
The issue of fake accounts continues to haunt golfers and influencers alike. Charley Hull, took to Instagram to let her followers know about the fakes being created in her name. She made it clear that she does not own a TikTok account and urged anyone following a TikTok account in her name to report it. “Please report,” she stressed, hoping to protect her followers from falling for these scams.
Unfortunately, Hull isn’t the only one facing this issue. Lexi Thompson also warned her Instagram followers about the growing number of fake pages. In an Instagram story, she shared, “There are SO MANY fake pages scamming people for money, gifts, or tricking them into thinking I’m in a relationship with them. IT ISN’T ME!” Jin Young Ko, too, has encountered her fair share of scammers during her career.
It’s unsettling to think about how many more golfers, influencers, and fans will have to deal with this, and for how long it will continue. What do you think should be done to address this growing problem? Let us know your thoughts below!
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