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Is The $750 Shein Gift Card a Scam? Flash Rewards System

It seems that the Flash Rewards system is a scam. They have promotional deals that you complete in order to get a gift card. The scam is, they say you must complete X number of deals in a specified timeframe (ie 20 days). It's fast to complete deals, but they don't credit you right away. It may take a week or more to get credited. And, you ...

Samsung Mobile Promo Draw Lottery Scam

There is no "Samsung Mobile Promo Draw" lottery. Therefore, the email message below, which claims that the recipients are lucky winners of the Samsung Mobile Promo Draw, is a scam that is being sent by lottery scammers to their potential victims. Therefore, recipients of the fake email message should not respond to it or follow the instru...

Is 877.285.1205 a Legit ATT Telephone Number?

Over the past few weeks, I have received emails from an att-mail.com email address like the one below claiming I should call 877-285-1205. I want to know if the telephone number is owned by AT&T....

The "International FIFA World Cup Online Lottery" Scam

There is no "International FIFA World Cup Online Lottery". Therefore, recipients of email messages like the one below, which claim they are winners in the same lottery are asked to delete them. This is because the email messages are fakes, being sent by lottery scammers who are attempting to trick their potential victims into sending them...

Is Amazon Warehouse Pallet Sale Legit or a Scam?

There are thousands of fake Amazon pallets websites out there. Sometimes, they are advertised as mystery boxes for sale. Some of these Amazon liquidation pallets websites use Facebook posts to promote their scams. The posts claim Amazon warehouses are giving away pallets of return packages for $1 each. The scammers claim the items included in the ...

Apple Support Number 833-869-7720 Scam Text

If you have received the Apple Pay scam text message below asking you to call the fake Apple support phone number 833-869-7720, please do not. The scam text aims to frighten and trick potential victims into calling scammers by falsely claiming a transaction of a certain amount was detected at the Apple Store. The telephone number 8338697720 is not ...

Robuxday.com Free Roblox Robux Generator Online Review

Robuxday at robuxday.com is another fake Roblox Robux free online generator. As with any scam, the deal is too good to be true, and, of course, isn't true. Robuxday generates income by tricking online users into visiting and then showing them annoying popup advertisements. They also make income from surveys, which they trick visitors into compl...

Type Amen Facebook Posts for Help of Children, Adults or Animals

Beware of deceitful Facebook users who are posting pictures of sick, starving, dead and injured children, adults or animals on Facebook, to trick other Facebook users into commenting on them by typing "Amen," in order to make them popular. This type of activity is another Like-Farming scam, and the photos or videos in them are being used ...

"Bangkok 8.5 Earthquake Video" Virus Hoax

There is a hoax called the "Bangkok 8.5 Earthquake Video" that is spreading rapidly on social media and the rest of the Internet. The hoax or fake-news, which claims online users should delete emails titled "Bangkok 8.5 earthquake video" because it is a ransomware malware or virus that will lock them out of their computers or mo...

8005543257 Unifin Debt Collector Scam Text

Can anyone tell me if the Unifin text below asking me to call 8005543257 is a scam or not? I don't know what the text is about and I do not want to call the number (8005543257) in it because I do not know who I'm calling....

Do Not Call 1-650-543-4800 - it is a Fake Facebook Telephone Number

Do not call 1-650-543-4800 because it is a fake Facebook technical support or customer service number. The fake number(1-650-543-4800) is being used by cybercriminals or scammers to trick online users into calling it. The cyber criminals do this by sending out fake emails like the one below, or text messages, which claim the recipients should call ...

007-803-321-2130 Netflix Account Scams

Netflix users who have received fake Netflix emails like the one below that contains a 007-803-321-2130 telephone number, are asked not to click the link in them. This is because the fake text messages are being sent by online scammers and not Netflix. The link in the fake message goes to a phishing website that steals account credentials, personal...

Area Code 866 Scam Calls from Online Scammers - Beware

A lot of social media users have reported receiving technical support, Facebook, donation, and social security, and bank telephone scam calls from 866 area code telephone numbers. Please see the comments below, if there are any. If you have calls from area code 866, please share your experiences with me by leaving a comment below. Area code 866 is ...

Evan Kate Billionaire Scam Money Giveaway

Beware of the Evan Kate Billionaire scams circulating on social media. Scammers lure potential victims into these scams by pretending to be Evan Kate, claiming she is giving away money to help people in any situation. The scammers will claim their potential victims need to send money, gift cards, or types of payment in order to receive the thousand...

Richard Wahl Lottery Donation Scam

Online users are asked to be aware of "Richard Wahl" lottery donation scams. The name of the 47-year-old Powerball Jackpot winner from Vernon, New Jersey, who won $533 million dollars, is being used by scammers in an attempt to trick potential victims into sending money and personal information. The scammers claim their potential victims ...

Is Home Title Lock Scam? Title Fraud Prevention

Home Title Lock is not a scam. It is a service that says it will monitor your home's deed to prevent title fraud for a fee of $15 per month. But, you can protect yourself free by periodically checking your property record on the website of your county's register of deeds. You can do this looking out for deeds that you or your attorney didn&...

Is Ryoko Wifi a Scam or is it Legit? Review of the Portable Wireless 4G Router

Muama Ryoko Wifi located at getryoko.com, which claims you can get one-touch access to the internet in over 139 countries around the world, is misleading. The product is just a simple wifi hotspot or mobile tethering device. The Muama Ryoko Wifi advertisement is targeting people with no technical background or who are not tech-savvy....

Arizona Couple Mega Millions Scam - Random Computer Ballot System

If you received a text message allegedly from the Arizona couple who won Mega Millions $414 million jackpot, claiming your telephone number has been randomly chosen to receive one million, is a scam. If you have received the same text, please do not respond or follow the instructions in it. Just delete it....

1-833-421-3385 and noreply@mycredit-guide.americanexpress.com Scam

The fake American Express message below, which appears to be from "noreply@mycredit-guide.americanexpress.com" and asking recipients to call 1-833-421-3385, is a scam. Scammers are using the message to frighten and trick potential victims into calling them at the fake American Express telephone number, which is linked to a call center ope...

Fake Whos Who in America Spam Emails

If you keep getting the "Whos Who in America" or "Marquis Who's Who" unsolicited or spam email below, please do not follow the instructions in it. The fake email appears to be a scam being sent by online scammers who attempting to trick their potential victims into signing up for a fake service. For information about always ...

Is myfeed.td.com a Scam? TD Bank SMS Text Message

From time to time TD Bank will send you SMS communications regarding your TD Bank relationship. When you open an account and provide us a mobile number, you'll receive an initial welcome text with a link to your personal messaging feed. With this SMS text service, you'll have direct access to important communications faster....

Spell Caster Scams - Do Not Be Fooled by Scammers

Online users, if you see messages like the one below, which claim that Dr Iyaryi, a spell caster, or others like him, can help you win the lottery, get pregnant, fix your relationship problems, cure your diseases and do a lot of other things to help make your life better, please note that it is a scam. The scam is another attempt by scammers to tri...

Is Kroll Blockfi Email a Scam from agourahillscity@public.govdelivery.com?

I got the Kroll Inc. Blockfi email below from agourahillscity@public.govdelivery.com. I want to know if the email is a scam or not?...

+44 7895 810336 Messages and Calls

I got the message "31** is your verification code. For your security, do not share this code." from telephone number +447895810336. I do not know the number. I researched and found that people have reported receiving calls and messages from the unknown number via WhatsApp as far back as 2012. If you have any information about +4...

The "Maria-Elisabeth Schaeffler" Donation Scam

Online users are asked to be aware of "Maria-Elisabeth Schaeffler" donation scams. The name of the billionaire businesswoman is being used by scammers in an attempt to trick potential victims into sending money and personal information. The scammers claim their potential victims were randomly selected to receive donations from the busines...

The "Mrs. Maria Franca Fissolo" Donation Scam Being Sent by Scammers

Online users, be aware of fake "Mrs. Maria Franca Fissolo" emails being sent by online scammers. The fake emails are being used by scammers to trick online users into believing they have been selected to receive a donation from Mrs. Maria Franca Fissolo. Remember, never send your personal information to anyone who requests it via unsolici...

2020 Professional Whos Who Publication Spam Emails

If you keep getting the "2020 Professional Who's Who Publication" unsolicited or spam email below, please do not follow the instructions in it. The fake email is a scam being sent by online scammers who are attempting to trick their potential victims into signing up for a fake service....

Is forgottenjews.org a Scam? Review of Forgotten Jews

Forgottenjews.org is not a scam. The domain name redirects to help.ifcj.org, which is the legitimate website for the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews. The purpose of the domain name or website address is to take visitors to a donation page where they can make a generous lifesaving donation of $45 to help rush emergency aid, which inc...

Mrs Mavis Wanczyk Scam: Lottery Donation

Online users are asked to be aware of "Mavis Wanczyk" lottery donation scams. The name of the Massachusetts Powerball Jackpot winner, who won $758,700,000 in the multi-state Powerball lottery game, is being used by scammers in an attempt to trick potential victims into sending money and personal information. The scammers claim their poten...

Are AI-Generated Images Safe? Risks and How to Protect Yourself

AI-generated images offer new creative possibilities, but they also bring significant risks—from misinformation and privacy breaches to copyright challenges. As these technologies become more accessible, it’s important to understand the potential pitfalls and learn how to protect yourself....

"Samsung Galaxy International Lottery Board" Email Scam

If you have received the fraudulent e-mail below or something similar: "Samsung Galaxy International Lottery Board," please do not follow the instructions in it because it is a lottery scam. There is no Samsung lottery and the fake email message was sent by cyber-criminals/scammers. Sending your personal information to these cyber-crimina...

Why Home Loan Pre Approval Gives You an Advantage

Buying property is a significant financial decision, and competition can be fierce. How do buyers stand out from the crowd? How can they make confident offers without hesitation? One strategy that provides a strong advantage is securing early financial approval. This step not only clarifies borrowing power but also boosts credibility with sellers....

BMO Fraud Department Fake Emails and Telephone Numbers

I received the Bank of Montreal(BMO) message below, although I do not have a BMO account, so I knew right away the email is a scam. The fake email message claims fraudulent transactions have been detected on my account and I need to confirm them. But, instead of following the instructions in the fake email, I called BMO directly and asked them abou...

"Speedy Cash Group" Arrest Warrant Scam being Sent by Scammers

The so-called "Speedy Cash Group" email below is a fake. The fake email message is being sent by scammers to trick the recipients into sending them money by threatening legal actions. Therefore, recipients of the fake email message which appears as if it came from Speedy Cash, should delete it and not follow the instructions in it....

Lesotho Scam Calls From Area Code 266 - One-Ring or Missed Call

It appears scammers are making One-Ring or Missed Call scam calls from Lesotho 266 area code telephone numbers, ringing their potential victims' phones once, and then hanging up. One such telephone number is +266 611 096 55. One-Ring or Missed Scam call is a telephone scam where criminals trick potential victims into calling premium-rate number...

18886762269 Scam or Suspicious BMO Calls

I keep getting automated calls or robocalls from telephone number 18886762269 where the caller claims to be from Bank of Montreal Business Centre. But, when I called BMO customer service they said do not have a record of the number. I have been dealing with this for months. They continuously leave a voicemail saying there is an issue with my accoun...

Is ryml.me a Scam? Received Parcel SMS Text Message

I received the text below, which appears to have been sent from Royal Mail. The link in the text goes to the website ryml.me, which is owned by Royal Mail. But, I want to be sure that the text is not a scam. The text message came from telephone number 769256245....

Julie Leach Grant or Foundation Donation Scams

Recipients of fake text or email messages similar to the ones below, which claim that Julie Leach, a 50-year-old Michigan woman who won $310.5 in the Powerball Jackpot, is donating millions of dollars to randomly selected individuals, is a scam being sent by cyber criminals to their potential victims. Therefore, recipients of the same text or email...

844-569-2133 Apple Pay Scam Text

Scammers are sending Apple Pay scam text messages to potential victims asking them to call 844-569-2133. The fake Apple support telephone number is linked to a call center operated by scammers. Therefore, if you are asked to call the same number, do not....

Authmsg Scam Text Messages with Security Code

I keep getting AUTHMSG text messages below containing security codes. I do not know why I am getting the text messages and would like someone to explain this to me. And, is there anyone getting similar AUTHMSG text messages?...

Collection-manager.com Fake Lawsuit Emails Sent by Cybercriminals

Online users who have received email messages from someone at collection-manager.com are asked to delete the same email messages because they are fakes. The fake email messages, see one below, are being sent by cyber criminals or online scammers to trick their potential victims into sending them money. The cyber criminals or online scammers accompl...

Is Clarifion a Scam? Review of the Air Purifier

I placed an order for Clarifion Air Purifier at www.clarifion.com on April 14, 2020, and have gotten nothing until now. No response when I call, only voice recording stating I will get a callback. Have yet to hear from anyone. I've sent 8 separate emails and get the same response of "it has been shipped and allow 22 business days" to ...

Bux.dev Scam Free Roblox Robux Generator Online Review

Bux.dev is another fake Roblox Robux free online generator. As with any scam, the deal is too good to be true, and, of course, isn't true. Bux.dev generates income by tricking online users into visiting and then showing them annoying popup advertisements. They also make income from surveys, which they trick visitors into completing. But, it doe...

Officer Schultz Scam Call - Press One for Concerned Department

Scammers are calling potential victims claiming to be Officer Sarah Schultz from a so-called legal department. The scammers claim their potential victims need to discuss their case and take action. Potential victims are then asked to press one in order to connect to a federal agent....

Is Jetsono a Scam or is it Legitimate?

I ordered a Jetsono from a YouTube advertisement linked to www.jetsono.com. It was £24.86, or near that price, as it was impossible to return to verify the initial page stating that the price was £24.86 (more or less). Before going to checkout, I was asked to pay and chose PayPal as the payment method. PayPal verified me and sent me a cod...

951 Area Code Scam Calls - Have You Received One?

Online users are receiving Facebook, donation, and social security and bank telephone scam calls from a 951 area code. Please see the comments below. If you have received calls from area code 951, please share experiences by leaving a comment below. Area code 951 is a toll-free area code reserved for future use in the United States and Canada, but ...

Is violationinfo.com a Scam or Legit Traffic Ticket Website?

The website violationinfo.com is a legitimate website. But, scammers may send phishing messages with fake links that appear to go to violationinfo.com. Therefore, instead of clicking on a link in a message, which appears to be from ViolationInfo, it is recommended that you go directly to www.violationinfo.com to review your violation images/videos ...

The Donovan Tura Donation Scam

If you have received the Donovan Tura message below, which claims the lottery winner is donating money to lucky individuals and charitable organizations, are asked not to respond or follow the instructions in it. This is because the message is a scam being sent by scammers hoping to trick potential victims into sending them money or gift cards for ...

Is workatm.org a Scam? 3 Easy Steps To $500 Per Day

WorkATM located at workatm.org, which claims they have 3 easy steps to making $500 per day is untrustworthy and appears to be a scam. The untrustworthy website attempts to convince onliners into taking part by claiming they have been featured on Work From Home Program featured on FoxNews, MSNBC, ABC, USAToday, and CNN, but there is no article or vi...

City Department Of Transportation Final Warning Scam Text

Do not be fooled by the "City Department Of Transportation Final Warning" scam text message below. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), which operates the TxTag toll system, has confirmed that it does not send payment requests via text message. If you receive one of these messages, do not click on the link or enter any personal...

Feelhearts is an Untrustworthy Online Store

Feelhearts located at feelhearts.com appears to be an untrustworthy Chinese online store. Online shoppers run the risk of receiving counterfeit or knockoff products, or nothing all from this suspicious online store selling coats, bags, shoes and other clothing items at ridiculously low prices....

Is w8tech a Scam and have You Seen it on Your Statement?

Are W8Tech.com, W8 Tech, PF*W8TECH.COM, 2BuySafe.com/W8TECH or ALW*W8TECH.COM on your statement?...

Fake "Morrison Law Group" Legal Notice and Arrest Warrant Emails

The fake "Morrison Law Group" email below is being sent by scammers to trick the recipients into sending them money by threatening legal actions. Therefore, recipients of the fake email message which appears as if it came from Morrison Law Group on behalf of Cash Advance USA, should delete it and not follow the instructions in it....

Bank of America Email Scam from Customerservice@ealerts.bankofamerica.com

I got 2 separate emails from this BofA email address, customerservice@ealerts.bankofamerica.com, with the subject "Activity Alert: You Have a Time-Sensitive Message about Your Claim." In the body of the email, both say "We're letting you know that you have an urgent message about your claim in your Online Banking mailbox. Please ...

Is vtsup.com a Scam? unauthorized Transactions or Charges

I received unauthorized charges of $23.99 from "VTSUP.COM*VELVET SUN - AMSTERDAM NL" and "vtsup.com CH-TE" but I never ordered anything online. I do not know who the company is and never authorized any transactions. The transactions are from adult websites, which is not my cup of tea. After doing from research I found out that v...

Geek Squad Scam 2021 - Subscription Renewal

The "Geek Squad Subscription Renewal" scam below is being sent by online scammers who are attempting to trick their potential victims into calling the fake Geek Squad helpline number 1-855-531-9789. Therefore, recipients are asked not to call the fake telephone numbers. The legit Geek Squad telephone number is 1-800-433-5778....

no-reply@em-s.dropbox.com DropBox Scam Email

I received the DropBox email below from no-reply@em-s.dropbox.com claiming my files are about to stop syncing. Although the email "From" address is legitimate(coming from dropbox.com), I know I can never trust it because email addresses can be easily spoofed. Spoofing means sending an email address from one email account and changing the ...

Is Cocoburry Scam or Legit Apparel Store?

I have been contacted by CoCoBurry on IG and I want to know if the store located at cocoburry.com is a scam or not....

europe.com - We are Receiving a Lot of Fraudulent Emails from Them

The website europe.com appears to be operated by online scammers. Over the past 4 years, we have received lottery scamming emails which claim the recipients should contact someone at "@europe.com" to collect their prize or donation for a lottery or foundation that doesn't exist....

Voice Activation Department Scam Calls

If you are a business owner, watch out for calls from AMS. It is claiming to be a voice activation search service. "Voice Activation Department" with "AMS" is 5 major voice platforms Apple Siri, Amazon Alexa, Samsung Bixby, Microsoft Cortana, and Google Assistant" directory listings. It is an illegal telemarketing/spam/scam...

Do Not Call 1-800-496-9471 - it is a Fake Bank of America Telephone Number

I received a form to fill out in July, it asks for personal information, also it wants to know what country I'm born in, is also fishy, it was sent from a PO Box in Plano, Texas. There are a few numbers on it 1-800-496-9471 and 1-866-905-2377. It also said if I didn't send it to them in 15 days they would close down my account. But, I know ...

Citi Fraud Alert Scam Call Back at 844-292-2727 - Citibank Fraud Department

It appears scammers are calling Citibank customers claiming they need to call 844-292-2727 to verify activities on their cards. Below is a transcript of a call I received. If you receive calls or text messages, which claim to be from Citi, requesting that you call them a certain telephone number, please do not. Call the telephone number on the back...

Cash Net USA Scam and Fake Arrest Warrant and Lawsuit

Recipients of fake "Cash Net USA, LLC Warrant and Lawsuit" email messages like the one below, which claim that they have been given a chance to settle an Advance Cash Corp(ACE) debt outside of court, should delete the email messages and not follow the instructions in them. This is because the email messages are fraudulent, and are being s...

"HRH Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Foundation" Charity Donation Scam

The HRH Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Foundation is not sending out email messages to individuals around the world requesting their personal information or money in order to receive a donation from them. Therefore, online users who have received email messages like the one below, claiming they have been selected to receive millions of dollars from the ...