I can understand the frustration people have encountered on the brand of international cupid dating websites. Lots of reviews by people stating fake profiles or scams.
I actually found my wife on Brazilcupid, latinamericancupid's sister website. I spent a couple years on the website before learning the tricks, and finding good people.
1: if pictures aren't clear, they're stolen from another website, ans reuploaded. Genuine photos would be clear and in focus. This is 2024, everybody is capable of taking clear and good quality photos. If photos aren't clear, they are a fake profile.
2: you can a meet some beautiful women off of this site, and in my experience, I'd say only a handful have ever need scammers. There is verification on the website. The green checkmark with the shield. If you're suspicious about someone, ask them to verify.
3: use what'sapp whenever possible, and ask for their Instagram. Every chick on the planet has Instagram. Verify who they are with other pictures.