HaulGifted.com operates similarly to "reward link" sites that often lead to scams or "endless loops" of tasks, rather than providing the promised rewards.
Here is what to look out for based on common, related scams:
- Endless Survey Loops: Similar sites often promise rewards or gifts but subject users to an endless loop of surveys and marketing tasks that never end, preventing you from actually receiving the prize.
- Data Harvesting: These sites often require users to sign up for "trials" or provide personal, sensitive information. This is often a method for harvesting data for marketing spam or phishing attempts.
- "Deals" Tasks: The site states you must complete "deals," which may involve downloading apps, signing up for trials, or paying money to enter a program. This can result in you spending money without getting a reward.
Endless Loops
You may never reach a “congratulations” page. If you do, it redirects to even more offers. Many users report never receiving any gift card, even after completing all the deals. Instead, you are bombarded with:
- Upsell offers
- Subscription traps
- More scammy redirects
Data Harvesting
You’re asked to enter your email, phone number, and sometimes even your full name, address, and date of birth. At this stage, your data is already being harvested.
- To qualify for your reward, you’re told to complete a series of 5 “deals.” These deals include:
- Signing up for trial subscriptions (e.g., streaming services, diet programs)
- Downloading mobile apps (some containing malware or trackers)
- Completing surveys (designed to collect more personal data)
- Registering for sweepstakes (further data collection or more scam offers)
The Deals
The website offers something like a $500 gift card just for clicking a link or filling out a form, it’s almost certainly a scam. Real companies rarely give out large-value rewards without proper verification, and never in exchange for just a few “deals” or survey completions.
The website typically requires users to complete a number of third-party deals, such as downloading apps, signing up for subscriptions, or registering for other promotions. These are designed to generate affiliate income for the scammer — not to reward you.
Legitimate promotions are backed by real companies with accessible contact details, physical addresses, and privacy policies. Scam sites usually lack this information or provide fake credentials.
Submitted Personal Info?
Go through your email and bank records to find any services you signed up for and cancel them. Check for unauthorized transactions and contact your bank or card issuer to dispute charges and possibly block your card.
Change your passwords immediately, especially for accounts linked to your email.
If you downloaded anything from their links, run a full antivirus scan on your device.
Are You a Victims?
If you were scammed, report it to the following: