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Is the NSHSS Scholarships a Scam or is it Legit? The National Society of High School Scholars

The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) is not a scam, it is a legit organization, although a lot of people have made complaints about it and have requested a refund of their registration fee. If you would like a full refund of your registration fee of $75, as per the NSHSS refund policy, you may cancel the membership at any time, howe...

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...

".ICU" Fraudulent and Cloned Websites or Domain Names

Online users are asked to beware of some websites that have names ending with ".icu". This is because scammers/cybercriminals are abusing the Top Level Domain(TLD), by creating fake, fraudulent, phishing and malicious websites with names ending with ".icu". We have even seen popular websites been cloned that have names ending wi...

800-421-2110 - is a Fake Bank of America Telephone Number?

Bank of America or BoA customers do not call or text 800-421-2110. This is because the text or email message below, which appears as if it was sent by the Bank of America asking the recipients to call 800-421-2110, visit a website, or respond to it, is a phishing scam. The phishing scam is being sent by scammers or cybercriminals to trick their pot...

Hoch Attorney Scam - Inheritance and 419 Scammers

The fake Hoch Attorney LLC law firm website, hochllp.com, is a fake. The people operating the website are not real lawyers, they are 419 advance scammers impersonating lawyers, solicitors, or barristers. In most cases, the fake website is copied or cloned from actual lawyer’s websites....

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?...

Comenity Bank Scam Text Messages to Call 877-213-6644

I keep getting the Comenity Bank scam text messages below asking me to call 877-213-6644. The link goes to Comenity Bank's website but I am not familiar with the telephone number. Therefore, I recommend that recipients of the same text messages call the bank using the telephone number on their card to verify the legitimacy of the text messages....

Is Corbin, Bauman & Associates at corbinbaumanpc.com a Scam?

The Corbin, Bauman & Associates websiite located at corbinbaumanpc.com, which claims to be a Swiss law firm, is a scam. The photos of the team members are stock photos. These are photos can be used by anyone for a fee or free. Also, some online users have reported getting "Cash Settlement Awarded for Identity Theft Victims" emails wit...

TrendGallery: Modern Art for Your Interior

TrendGallery is more than just an art gallery. Founded in 2017, the company has grown from a small studio into an international art project, uniting talented artists and thousands of happy customers around the world. Our mission is simple: to make modern art accessible to everyone and to fill homes, offices, and public spaces with beauty, harmony, ...

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...

Is join.zoho a Scam? Fake Technical Support Messages

join.zoho is a legitimate website that provides a remote computer access service. But, although this site is legitimate, cybercriminals abuse it by tricking their victims into giving them access to their computers via join.zoho or join.zoho.com. This why join.zoho encourages users to be cautious if they receive unsolicited requests to access their ...

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 ...

The Famous "Dog whisperer" Cesar Millan Died of a Heart Attack this Morning

The article: "The Famous "Dog whisperer" Cesar Millan Died of a Heart Attack this Morning," published on fake news or satirical website www.noticiasunam.com, is NOT true. Cesar Millan is alive and well. The article is spreading on social networking websites like wildfire. The articles on the website www.noticiasunam.com are all ...

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....

Top 5 Branding Strategies SaaS Companies Use to Retain Users

I’ve spent the last decade helping startups, solo founders, and growing SaaS companies turn their ideas into visual identities that connect with customers on a gut level. And in that time, I’ve seen one painful pattern repeat: incredible products losing clients not because of bugs or pricing, but because they just don’t feel trustworthy....

What is corpoutlook.com and is it Legitimate?

Getting a lot of suspicious emails from corpoutlook.com? Do not be alarmed, the emails are not malicious. The website or domain name(corpoutlook.com) is legitimate and belongs to a risk management company called Wombat Security Technologies that provides training for end users....

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&...

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 ...

Jqyhs Scam: Review of the Online Shop

Jqyhs located at jqyhs.com is an untrustworthy store claiming to sell home games, tools, pet supplies, beauty, and other products. Online shoppers run the risk of receiving counterfeit goods or nothing at all from the same store. Unsatisfied online users who have shopped on the untrustworthy website are asked to contact their bank or financial inst...

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...

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 Xemsy Handheld Console a Scam or is it Legit Online Store? Review of xemsy.co

Xemsy located at xemsy.co, which claims to sell handheld video game console, is a fake online store. Therefore, online shoppers run the risk of receiving counterfeit goods or nothing at all from the same store. Online users who have shopped at the fake store are asked to contact their bank or financial institution to have their transactions cancell...

Missed or One-Ring Scam Calls From 48-614-2366 Poznan, Poland Area Code

Thousands of people around the world, especially in Jamaica, are receiving Missed or One-ring scam calls from telephone numbers starting with "+48-614-2366" from a Poznan, Greater Poland, Poland area code. Missed or One-Ring Scam, also called the "Wangiri Scam," is a fake phone call used to trick the recipients into calling back...

Outback Steakhouse Giveaway Facebook Scam 33rd Anniversary Celebration

The Outback Steakhouse Giveaway scam below on Facebook is being used by scammers to trick potential victims into visiting phishing and spam websites that steal personal or financial information, or buy unwanted products or services. The scam claims that David J. Deno, the CEO of Outback Steakhouse, is doing something extra special to celebrate thei...

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...

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 ...

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....

What is Home Automation, and How Does it Work? The Complete Guide in 2022

Home automation uses technology to make tasks around the house easier and keep your home safer. Technology provides convenience and helps in saving time and money. Home automation enables you to do many simple tasks. These tasks include automatically adjusting lights in different rooms in your home, locking doors remotely, or even adjusting the wat...

"Hello, My FB Friends - I Want to Stay PRIVATELY Connected With You" Facebook Message

Here is another message on Facebook that you should know more about. This message, has instructions, that claim will make your Facebook posts (videos, photos and comments) visible only to your friends. Yes, it is possible for people you do not know or persons who are not your friends to view what you have posted....

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...

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...

Microwaving a Smartphone Will Charge the Battery

There is a hoax, spreading on social networking websites and the rest of the internet that claims a Smartphone battery can be fully recharged if the Smartphone is microwaved for one minute. But, will microwaving a Smartphone recharge the battery? Absolutely NOT....

24444 Google Text Scam - Verifying Device Phone Number

I received this text from 244444: "Google is verifying phone# of this device. tEp5XfsQ Learn more: https://goo.gl/LHCS9W." Is this a legitimate text from google? I did not click the link because I do not know if it is malicious or not....

Jaden Smith is Not Dead - The Son of Jada Pinkett and Will Smith Did Not Commit Suicide

Jaden Smith, actor and son of Will and Jada Pinkett-Smith, is not dead. The fake Facebook post below, disguised as a CNN, ABC News or BBC News update, claiming the 18-year-old American actor committed suicide after his girlfriend cheated on him with a photographer, is another reason why online users should always go to popular and reputable news we...

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 Styleiko a Scam or Legit Online Shop? Review of styleiko.com

Styleiko located at styleiko.com is a fake online store claiming to sell tool shed, gazebo, pergola and other storage shed. Therefore, online shoppers run the risk of receiving counterfeit goods or nothing at all from the same store. Online users who have shopped at the fake store are asked to contact their bank or financial institution to have the...

Fake and Virus Facebook Email Message - Account Suspended or Temporarily Disabled

The email message below: "Account Suspended" or "Account Temporarily Disabled," is a fake and has a link to a virus or Trojan horse that will infect the recipients' computers if they click on it. The message was created by cyber-criminals to trick the recipients into clicking on the malicious link, which will download a viru...

Is Fashionshops10 Scam Website at fashionshops10.com?

Has anyone heard of the website Fashionshops10? I've had an email stating that my business is now listed with them and they have used my Etsy account with listings up and also kind to my Instagram account. Videos from Instagram that aren't relevant. I'm concerned this is a scam site using my Etsy store and my item. Can anyone help, plea...

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....

Is 1-877-365-1381 a Scam Support or Customer Service Telephone Number?

Do not call 1-877-365-1381 because it is being used by scammers who are pretending to be technical support representatives. The scammers send out fake emails like the one below to their potential victims, asking them to call 1-877-365-1381. If the potential victims call the fake technical support number, the scammers will attempt to steal their onl...

Is fuishop.com an Untrustworthy Online Store?

The website, fuishop.com, is an untrustworthy online store claiming to sell wigs. Online users are advised to stay away from the untrustworthy website because those who shop from it run the risk of receiving counterfeit goods or nothing at all. Unsatisfied online users who have shopped on the untrustworthy website are asked to contact their bank or...

Movierulz Pirated Movies and Illegal Downloads

Movierulz is an illegal movie streaming website which leaks pirated movies online. It uploads the pirated versions of Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, English, Malayalam and other language films on their site. Movierulz contains a lot of illegal movies from various film industries that it allows users to download in cam or HD quality for free....

Ratornt Scam Online Store at ratornt.com

Ratornt located at ratornt.com is a fake online store. Therefore, online shoppers run the risk of receiving counterfeit goods or nothing at all from the same store. Unsatisfied online users who have shopped at the untrustworthy store are asked to contact their bank or financial institution to have their transactions canceled and money refunded....

Moonton Account Scam Email Account Setting Modification

I got a Moonton email from donotreply@register-sc.moonton.com claiming someone tried to change my account settings and sent a verification code. The thing is, I do not have an account with any Moonton game. Is this some type of phishing Moonton scam or what?...

Is the BCBS Settlement a Scam or is it Legit?

I received an email regarding the BCBS Settlement that I submitted a few years ago. Is anyone still waiting for an email and can you recall when you submitted the claim?...

Is the Facebook User Privacy Settlement a Scam?

The Facebook User Privacy Settlement at facebookuserprivacysettlement.com is not a scam. If you were a Facebook user in the United States between May 24, 2007, and December 22, 2022, inclusive, you may be eligible for a cash payout from the Facebook User Privacy Settlement lawsuit known as "Facebook, Inc. Consumer Privacy User Profile Litigati...

844-569-2133 Apple Approval Notice Scam Text

The "Apple Approval Notice" scam text below, which claims an Apple Pay Pre Authorization was made on the recipient's iCloud account, is a scam. The fake message is a trick scammers use to frighten potential victims into contacting them at a fake Apple support telephone number....

How Brand Protection is Used by Top Cybersecurity Professionals

Brand protection is no longer just a legal tool for protecting intellectual property rights — it’s a critical tool of cybersecurity scam and fraud teams to detect and take down external threats. Top cybersecurity professionals incorporate online brand protection into their broader threat detection and response strategies to defend against impersona...

Shopify Themes vs Custom Development: Finding the Perfect Fit for Your Store

Choosing the right Shopify setup is one of the most important decisions for any eCommerce brand. The choice often comes down to two paths: launching with a pre-made Shopify theme or investing in custom Shopify development. Each option has its strengths — and many growing brands even combine both approaches....

Breaking the Myths: Why Switching MSP Providers Is Easier and Smarter Than You Think

Technology is the backbone of modern business. From email to cybersecurity, cloud platforms to compliance, companies depend on Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to keep operations running smoothly. But what happens when your MSP no longer meets your needs?...

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 ...

How to View, Edit and Remove Your Facebook Likes, Shares or Comments You Cannot Locate

Have you ever accidentally or unknowingly liked, shared or commented on some Facebook Posts and is unable to view, remove or undo those activities because you cannot locate the posts? Well, if you are like thousands or even millions of Facebook users who do this daily, then we can help you. Facebook has an activity log that shows you all the posts ...

Is gosq.com a Scam? Saw a Charge on my Bank Statement

If you see gosq.com on your statement, this represents a purchase made with a Square seller. Square or Square, Inc. is a financial services, merchant services aggregator, and mobile payment company based in San Francisco, California. The company markets several software and hardware payments products and has expanded into small business services....

Vzwpix.com Scam - Fraudulent SMS Text Messages

Scammers are using vzwpix.com, Verizon's cellphone wireless networks multimedia messaging service, to send fraudulent text messages like the one below to their potential victims. The messages state the recipients are winners in some so-called lotteries, or they were selected to have their vehicle wrapped with an advertisement in which they will...

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...

Maureen and David Kaltschmidt Nickel 95 Trust USA Lottery Donation Scam

Online users are asked to be aware of Maureen Smith and David Kaltschmidt Nickel 95 Trust USA lottery donation scams. The names of the Florida couple, who won $327 million in the Florida Powerball Jackpot, are being used by scammers in an attempt to trick potential victims into sending money and personal information. The scammers claim their potent...

Segway Dirt eBike Scam Stores with Cheap Prices - Beware

A lot of fake online stores have been popping up claiming to sell Segway Dirt eBike. The fake stores attract potential victims to them with low prices. This is why online shoppers should be skeptical about online stores selling Ebikes at ridiculously low prices, especially during the shopping season....

Gareth and Catherine Bull Lottery Donation Scams

The email messages below, which claim that Gareth and Catherine Bull, the British couple that won £40 million in the National Lottery back in 2012, are donating millions of British pounds to people around the world as part of their charity project, is a lottery scam. Gareth and Catherine Bull are not randomly donating money to people around t...

"Sylvester Rambo Stallone Died In Car Crash" is an Internet Celebrity Death Hoax

The hoax below, which claims that Sylvester Stallone, an American actor, and director, has died in a car crash, is another reason why you should always use popular and reputable news websites as your source of information. Sylvester Stallone, best known for portraying boxer Rocky Balboa and soldier John Rambo, is NOT DEAD....

ACE Legal Group of Attorneys Lawsuit Scams

Online users who have received fake "ACE Legal Group of Attorneys" lawsuit email messages like the one below, which claim that they have been given a chance to settle an ACE CASH INC 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 b...

Is Wynnington Advert a Scam? Wordsearch Competition

The Wynnington Advert is very deceptive. I checked my phone bill and wondered why it was higher than usual. I was shocked to see a 3.25-minute call to 09066350615 costing £12.88 and a 1.38-minute call to 09066350615 for £6.20. I never knew just calling the number I would be charged. There was nothing that explained to me that I would be c...

Is dxfairmall.com a Scam? Review of DX Fair Mall Online Store

DX Fair Mall located at dxfairmall.com is a fake online store claiming to sell gaming consoles, clothing, furniture, toys, and gifts. Therefore, online shoppers run the risk of receiving counterfeit goods or nothing at all from the same store. Unsatisfied online users who have shopped at the untrustworthy website are asked to contact their bank or ...

833 Area Code Scam Calls and Telephone Numbers

There are a lot of area code 833 scam text messages, voicemails, and emails asking potential victims to call 833 area code telephone numbers being used by scammers. We have also received complaints from online users who have claimed they have received fake or suspicious calls from some 833 area code numbers. Some of the calls are related to technic...

"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...