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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...

"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....

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 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...

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....

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...

Pegasus Email Scam - Sextortion and Bitcoin

If you have received the "Pegasus Email" scam below, please do not follow the instructions in it. This is because it is another sextortion email being used by scammers to trick their potential victims into sending them Bitcoins. The fake email claims it has collected information about the potential victims' private lives, which can be...

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....

".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...

Is epple.shop a Trustworthy Online Store?

See the reviews of www.epple.shop below, or help us review the online store. Your review will help others when you share your experiences with them because sharing experiences builds trust and transparency. And, we believe that people's voices should be heard, which is why we have created this online review community....

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...

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....

Is Account-maintenance a Scam?

The website, account-maintenance.com belongs to Proofpoint Security Awareness Training. The website is used to teach employees how to recognize and avoid phishing attacks. Proofpoint said if you have questions you can contact your employer’s IT help desk or contact them at wst-support@proofpoint.com....

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 ...

Hermes Depot Fee Scam Text Sent by Scammers

Scammers are sending Hermes Depot Fee scam texts to potential victims from 07305051835. The text scam claims the recipients need to pay local depot fee immediately at "Hermes.tracking-depot-fee .com". But, the website is a fake and is not associated with Hermes. It is a phishing website created by scammers to steal account credentials, pe...

Is Vanguard Talent Partners a Scam at vanguardtalentpartners.com?

Can anyone tell me if Vanguard Talent Partners is a scam or a legitimate website? They claim to have been around since 1988 and have 30 years of expertise in the executive search and placement field. But, their website or domain name was registered for the first time 18 days ago, on May 22, 2023. This makes the website suspicious and untrustworthy....

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....

Scam Calls From Turkey Area Code +90

A number of wireless customers are complaining about receiving multiple incoming calls from Turkey(area code +90). These calls appear to be similar to the Missed or One-ring scam calls. Missed or One-Ring Scam, also called the "Wangiri Scam," is a fake phone call used to trick the recipients into calling back international phone numbers t...

Wells Fargo Text Scam Message

I want to warn everyone of the Wells Fargo text scam below from 801-899-6106. I received the text followed by a phone call from the scammer pretending to be a Wells Fargo fraud representative. I knew Wells Fargo never calls, however, they do text but what also made me alert is that the text never came from a 10-digit number. Be on the lookout for t...

Is the Facebook Settlement Check a Scam? User Privacy Class Action Litigation

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 Litigation". Meta Platforms Inc, the parent company of Facebook agreed to a $725 million cla...

Is Hercupp a Scam or Legit Online Store? Review of hercupp.com

Hercupp located at hercupp.com is an untrustworthy online variety 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 cancelled and money refunded....

Lou Hulk Ferrigno Dead - Killed in Auto Accident - Internet Hoax

The hoax below, which claims that Lou Ferrigno, an American actor, fitness trainer/consultant, and retired professional bodybuilder, died in a car accident, is another reason why you should always use popular and reputable news websites as your source of information. Lou Ferrigno, best known for portraying the Incredible Hulk, is NOT DEAD, and was ...

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...

Top Linea Cross-Chain Bridges in 2025

In the decentralized world of Web3, connectivity is power. As blockchain ecosystems grow more complex and specialized, users are increasingly spread across multiple chains—Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum, BNB Chain, and now Linea, a powerful zkEVM Layer 2 developed by ConsenSys....

PayPal Scam Email and Fake Customer Service Number

Scammers are sending fake PayPal emails claiming there is an unauthorized transaction or unusual charge on the recipients' accounts. The same emails then ask recipients to call a fake PayPal customer service number, which is linked to a call center operated by scammers. The scammers will pretend to be from PayPal and ask their potential victims...

E-Zpass Toll Violation Notice Scam Text

Scammers are targeting drivers with fake "E-Zpass Toll Violation Notice" text messages asking for payment of outstanding toll balances. But, E-ZPass will only send violation notices by mail, not text or email. And, they will also never send a text demanding payment, especially from a number starting with +63, an area code from the Phillip...

Is email.aol.net AOL Mail Update a Scam? Updating Authentication Policies

I received the AOL Updating Authentication Policies email below from email address aolmemberservices@email.aol.net and want to know if it is legitimate....

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...

Is Roepe Store a Scam? Review of the Online Store

Roepe Store located at roepe.store is a fake online store. 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 institution to have their transactions canceled and money refunded....

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...

Is Freemans a Scam? Review of the Online Store

Freemans located at freemans.com does not appear to be a scam. Their website address or domain name has been around since 1996. They have more than 100,000 followers and have been on social media since 2009. But, like almost all online stores, there are some complaints about the online store regarding items purchased, shipping and customer service....

Truist Scam Text Message Alerts - Did You Attempt a Purchase

Online scammers are sending Truist Alerts scam text messages like the one below. The scam texts ask recipients if they have attempted a purchase and ask them to respond with "Yes" or "No". If recipients respond to the fraudulent text messages, they will be contacted by scammers who will pretend to be Truist representatives. Your...

Is ojok.com a Trustworthy Online Chinese Store?

I just got a Facebook advertisement for the online Chinese ojok.com with some unbelievable deals on some snowboards. It's claiming I need to buy in the next 8 hours. Is it a scam?...

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 Thebetterpick Store an Untrustworthy Online Store?

Thebetterpick Store located at thebetterpick.store is an untrustworthy online store. 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...

Bezwex at bezwex.com a Scam Cryptocurrency Trading Platform

Bezwex located at www.bezwex.com is another fraudulent cryptocurrency exchange platform operated by scammers. The newly created website looks similar to a few cryptocurrency platforms that have been taken down. The scammers created a new website using the same website theme with a different name as soon as their current website is taken down. There...

This Is How Your Personal Data Is Being Sold By Large Real Estate Companies And Easy Steps To Protect

You would think that when buying a brand-new house, everything will go smoothly in every single aspect, but that’s actually far from reality. According to the statistics, this industry is one of the most jeopardized ones in terms of cybercrime. And that's especially the case in the United States. Not to mention the fact that there are companies...

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...

Is Foggy Love a Scam? Review of the Online Store

Foggy Love located at foggylove.com is an untrustworthy online store. 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 institution to have their transactions canceled and money refunde...

"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....

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 ...

7-Eleven Email Scam Account Accessed from New Device

I got a 7-Eleven account email with the subject "7 Eleven Email Scam Account Accessed from New Device" from noreply@7-eleven.com. I am assuming the email is a scam because I have never signed up with 7-eleven. And, the name used in the email is not mine....

"WeTransfer Someone Has Sent You a File" Phishing Scams

The email message below with the subject "Someone has Sent you a File via WeTransfer," which appears as if it was sent by WeTransfer, a popular cloud-based file transfer service based in Amsterdam that allows internet users to send small to large files, is a phishing scam. The fake email message was created and sent by cyber criminals to ...

Bankoufossilw Please Accept Your Special Rebate Scam Text

The fake Bankoufossilw rebate text below, with a link to the malicious website - bankoufossilw.com, is a scam. The fake text, which claims there is special a rebate of $200, is being sent by scammers or cybercriminals who are attempting to trick their potential victims into clicking the link in it, which goes to a phishing or malicious website....

Is First Pick Store at firstpick.store an Untrustworthy Website?

The website www.firstpick.store, also called First Pick Store, is considered an untrustworthy e-commerce website or store because the BBB Accredit Business Rating and GoDaddy Verified & Secured seals on their checkout page are fakes. Also, the website is using a third company to hide their domain contact information. Would you want to use your ...

"Our System Has Detected Suspicious Activity on Your Account" Facebook Phishing Security Notice

Facebook users who have received fake or phishing messages like the one below, claiming that suspicious activities were detected on their Facebook accounts, are asked to delete the same messages or report them to Facebook, and should never follow the instructions in them. The phishing messages were sent by cybercriminals to frighten and trick the r...

Is Lokomall a Scam Online Store? Review of lokomall.com

Lokomall located at lokomall.com is a fake online store claiming to sell women's apparel. Therefore, online shoppers run the risk of receiving counterfeit goods or nothing at all from the same store. Online users who have already shopped at the untrustworthy website are asked to contact their bank or financial institution to have their transact...

Citipayee Scam Text Message Linked to citipayee.com

The website, citipayee.com, is a fake and scam. Therefore, recipients of text messages that contain a link to the fake website are asked not to follow the instructions in them. Citipayee .com is a phishing website created by scammers to steal Citibank account credentials, personal and financial information....

Discordc.gift Scam - Discord Nitro Redeem Promotion

If you have received the Discord scam with a link to discordc.gift below, which requires users to scan a QR code, please delete it. Scammers are sending DM from so-called Giveaway bots asking potential victims to visit fake Discord Nitro servers or websites promoting "free Nitro and Robux" giveaway that requires users to join....

Bank Mobile Alert Text Scam Message Visa Card Temporary Locked

Scammers are sending the Bank Mobile Alert text scam below asking recipients to call 8773455143 or 8773459848. The telephone number is a fake created by scammers to trick potential victims into calling them. If potential victims call the fake banking telephone number, the scammers will pretend to be a representative from their banks and ask them fo...

Champion Strategy Holdings Scam Robocalls

I keep receiving "Champion Strategy Holdings" robocalls from a Michelle Lewis from 951-364-6293, asking me to call 877-311-2348. She said I had a pay day loan from 2016 for thousand something and that I can settle for $800 dollars. I told her I never took out a pay day loan and hung up on her....

"DHL Ship Notification Service" Virus Emails

Recipients of the email message below with the subject: "DHL Ship Notification Service," are asked not to click on the links or follow the instructions in it. The email message is just one of the many created by scammers or hackers to trick the recipients into clicking on the links in it, which will take them to malicious websites that wi...

Is BelavoPlay a Scam or is it Legit? Review of belavoplay.com

BelavoPlay located at belavoplay.com, which claims members can get unlimited access to movies, music, audiobooks, games, software and sports, is a scam. Over the years, I have seen similar websites like BelavoPlay that attract potential victims to them by claiming to give access to unlimited entertainment. But, after signing up, potential victims w...

"Department of Justice Cash Advance Debt Collection Lawsuit" Scams

Online users who have received so-called "Department of Justice Cash Advance Debt Collection Lawsuit" emails like the one below, which claim that they have been given a chance to settle an Advance Cash debt outside of court, should delete the email messages and not follow the instructions in them. This is because the email messages are fr...

Area Code 289 Scam Ontario

I keep getting calls from 289 area code telephone numbers saying "stay safe, stay home." These calls are likely part of what is commonly known as the "473 Scam," "Ring and Run Scam," or "One Ring Scam," and the numbers displayed on your caller ID or sent in a text message are likely premium numbers. You will ...

11112025 Text From AT&T About Paid Off Phone Scam

I got the message below from 11112025 claiming I paid off my phone and if I'm interested in an upgrade offer on the new iPhone, I should reply "YES". But, AT&T does not send out notifications through SMS, if you have paid off your device, you will receive an email from our official email address notifying you that the device is pa...

IDES Text Scam - Illinois Department of Employment Security

IDES is aware of phishing text scam schemes targeting Illinoisans. Please note that individuals will never receive a text message from IDES seeking personal identifiable information, like your social security or driver’s license numbers....

USB Share Over Network: Facilitating Sharing and Data Protection

Have you ever encountered difficulties while attempting to share a USB device across a network with another computer? We're here to tell you — you're not alone. In this article, let’s explore USB share over network and its intricacies. A software program known as USB over Network (also known as USB over Ethernet or USB over IP) enables conv...

Haldiram 80th Anniversary Scam - Sweets Snacks and Restaurant Company

There is a Haldiram 80th Anniversary scam circulating on social media and the rest of the internet. If you come across the scam, please do not follow the instructions in it. Haldiram, the sweets, snacks, and restaurant company based out of Delhi and Nagpur, was founded in 1937, which would make them 84 years old, not 80....

Trader Joes Scam: Fake Voucher, Gift Card, Coupon, and Discount Offerings

Trader Joe's do not offer coupons, discounts, or gift cards online. Therefore, online users who have seen fake posts like the below on social media or other websites are asked not to follow the instructions in them. This is because, on April 15, Trader Joe’s posted an announcement regarding misleading gift cards, online coupons, and discount of...

Look Out for "BMO Credit Card Security Alert" Fake Emails and Telephone Numbers

I just got a call from 866-418-8151. The caller asked for my credit card number and I did not feel comfortable giving it to him. I called the official number on the back of my card and BMO checked the telephone number and said that not only was it NOT a BMO number, they would NEVER ask you to give them your credit card number over the phone....

Is Olivenorma a Scam? Review of the Online Store

Olivenorma located at olivenorma.com is an untrustworthy online store claiming to sell Orgonite Pyramids. 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 financial institution to have their tra...

ymru.store is an Untrustworthy Online Store?

The website, ymru.store, is a fake online store. 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 financial institution to have th...