Catfishing
Noun · Hacker Culture
Definitions
Pretending to be someone else online, often using a false identity to build trust, manipulate, or deceive. In internet culture the term is associated with social deception, romance scams, and false persona dynamics.
In plain English: Using a fake identity online to deceive people.
Example: "The moderation team investigated the account for catfishing after it used stolen photos and inconsistent personal details across communities."