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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....

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 "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...

Home Depot Scam Facebook Giveaway

The Home Depot is not giving away a hot tub. Therefore, online or Facebook users are asked to be on the lookout for a scam that claims Home Depot is giving away a Coleman Inflatable Hot Tub Spa for little or nothing if they fill out a quick survey. If you come across the scam, please do not click the link in it or complete the survey. This is becau...

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...

Tech Tips for Growing Your Business on a Budget

Using technology is essential for business growth. However, many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operate on tight budgets, making it challenging to invest in expensive tech solutions. The good news is that with the right strategies, you can use affordable technology to scale your business efficiently. Here are some practical tech tips to ...

How a VIN Check Can Help You Avoid Buying a Stolen Vehicle

When it comes to buying a used car, protecting yourself against fraud and ensuring your investment is legitimate is crucial. One significant risk to be aware of is the possibility of purchasing a stolen vehicle. However, with a thorough vehicle check, you can significantly reduce this risk. By exploring the available information and utilizing the r...

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....

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...

myfeed.td.com Scam Email or Text

If you received an email or text from "myfeed.td.com" asking for personal or banking information, it's likely a scam, as TD Bank will never ask for such information via email or text. They will never ask you to reply to an email with account numbers, passwords, PINs, or other personal information. If you receive an email that looks li...

Express Toll Scam Text Messages

Scammers are sending Express Toll scam text messages like the one below to potential victims, claiming they owe unpaid tolls and seeking immediate payment. However, Express Toll does not send unsolicited texts or emails. These scams are successful because they scare people into acting quickly, using language like final notice " or, avoid penal...

Venmo Work from Home Scam: VenWork

The fake Venmo Work or VenWork from Home text message below, which claims Venmo is hiring 5 people to work from home and recipients can make $500 per day, is a scam. The link in the Venmo scam text message redirects visitors to spam, phishing, and malicious websites. The websites trick visitors into buying unwanted services, steal their person...

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 ...

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?...

Is Ydteue Myshopify a Scam - See the Review of the Online Store

Ydteue Myshopify located at ydteue.myshopify.com is an untrustworthy online store claiming to sell outdoor sheds, steel work bench, monorail, furniture, 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 ask...

Riverlink Toll Scam Text Messages

RiverLink are warning recipients of a text scams like the ones below attempting to impersonate the tolling service for three bridges connecting Kentucky and Indiana. The text message includes a link and the sender is listed as "RiverLinks" or "Kentucky Toll Roads". RiverLink is working to have any reported fraudulent websites re...

Venmo Fraud Department Scam Calls

I just received 8 phone calls from the "Venmo Fraud Department" claiming someone was trying to change the password on my Venmo account. They tried to get me to provide a code they sent from the actual Venmo texting number. I immediately hung up and called Venmo customer service. The representative informed me that Venmo would never call u...

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 ...

Professional Hacker Hack Your Operating System Sextortion Scam

Online users, please DO NOT follow the instructions in the "Professional Hacker Hack Your Operating System" emails like the one below, which claim your operating system has been hacked and you need to make a payment to prevent your photos and videos from being exposed. The fake emails are Sextortion scams being sent by cybercriminals who ...

VDOT Toll Scam Text Messages

Scammers are sending VDOT Toll scam text messages like the one below to potential victims, claiming they owe unpaid tolls and seeking immediate payment. However, the Virginia Department of Transportation(VDOT) does not send unsolicited texts or emails. These scams are successful because they scare people into acting quickly, using language like fin...

"Western Union Group Customer Automated Internet System" Lottery Scams

There is no Western Union lottery, therefore, recipients of email messages like the one below, which claim that they have been awarded millions of dollars in the Western Union Group Automated Internet System Draw should delete the email messages. The fake email messages are being sent by lottery scammers who are attempting to trick their potential ...

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 ...

Ultimate Pop Up Guide From Dedicated Experts

Email popups are sending notifications to your website visitors while they are browsing, urging them to take action like signing up for a newsletter or purchasing a product. When used effectively, email popups can increase conversion rates and revenue significantly. The following article explores how pop ups work, their types and how to create an e...

valuegearonline.com (Value Gear Online) - it is an Untrustworthy eCommerce Store

The website www.valuegearonline.com (Value Gear Online) is an untrustworthy eCommerce store. Online users are advised to stay away from the untrustworthy website, and those who have shopped from it, run the risk of receiving counterfeit goods, poor quality goods that look nothing like what was advertised, or nothing at all. Therefore, we do not rec...

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

The so-called "Speedy Cash Loan" 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....

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....

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...

Do Not Call 866-418-8151 - it is Being Used by Scammers

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 her. I called the official number on the back of my card and Bank of Montreal(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...

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...

Area Code 888 Scam Calls - Beware!

Over the past few months, I have received a few scam calls from 888 area code telephone numbers. Most of the scam calls were technical support and banking scams. The scammers' aims were to trick me into giving them remote access to my computer or trick me into calling a fake banking number where I will be asked for banking credentials and other...

Facebook Powerball Lottery, Sweepstakes and Promotion Scams

The Facebook Powerball lottery emails, messages or social networking posts below are scams, and you should not respond to them with your personal information. If someone sends a message to you, even if the message appears as if it was sent by a friend, claiming that you have won the lottery or some other promotional offers, please do not follow the...

Malicious website watchmoviesonlineyo.com

The website watchmoviesonlineyo.com looks exactly like megaupload.com / megavideo.com and has the link "Install Plugin to Watch Video", when clicked on, will download ifreetv.exe. Downloading any executable program (*.exe) is potentially dangerous and should only be done from a trusted website....

ycumoney.site - it is a Fraudulent Work-From-Home Website

The website www.ycumoney.site is a scam or fake being operated by online scammers or cybercriminals. The website (ycumoney.site) claims it offers members the opportunity to earn money for viewing ad units and attracting referrals, but this is only a trick get potential victims to sign-up with them. Once potential victims become members and have rea...

The Dangers of Fortnite V-Bucks Scams: How to Spot and Avoid Them

Fortnite, developed by Epic Games, has become a global gaming phenomenon since its release in 2017. With its engaging gameplay, vibrant graphics, and the ever-popular Battle Royale mode, Fortnite has attracted millions of players worldwide. One of the in-game currencies used in Fortnite is V-Bucks, which players can earn by playing or purchasing wi...

8663241877 Bank of America Text Scam Message

Scammers are sending scam text messages to their potential victims asking them to call 18663241877, a fake Bank of America customer service/support telephone number being used by scammers. Therefore, recipients of text messages asking them to call 866-324-1877 should not do so. I will update this alert as I get more information....

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...

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...

844-357-6606 Wells Fargo Restricted Account Scam Message

If you received the "Wells Fargo Restricted Account" message below when you attempted to log into the Wells Fargo app or online banking, it is a glitch, not the result of hacking. It seems the message was sent by accident. 8443576606 is a legitimate Wells Fargo telephone number....

Facebook Protect Scam Email Locking Account

If you have received the Facebook Protect scam email below, which claims you must turn it on or else your account will be locked, do not follow the instructions in it because it is being sent by scammers. The scammers' aim is to trick Facebook users into clicking the link or button in it that goes to a phishing website. The phishing website ste...

"Word Blandness Top" - it is a Fraudulent Online Store

The "Word Blandness Top" website located at www.wordblandness.top is a fraudulent online store. Online users are advised to stay away from the fraudulent online store because it is operated by cybercriminals who will steal your credit card and other payment processing information and used fraudulently. Therefore, we do not recommend purch...

usarewardspot is a Fraudulent Survey Website

The website usarewardspot.com is a scam. The fraudulent website tricks potential victims into completing surveys by claiming they can receive an Apple iPhone, $1000 Walmart gift card, or $1000 Visa gift card, and other gifts. But, the website will continuously ask visitors to complete surveys and redirect them to other fraudulent websites where the...

Malicious Email - "Royal Mail Has Detained Your Package for Some Reason"

The email message below: "Mail – Lost / Missing package – UK Customs and Border Protection", has a virus attached to it. The email was not sent by Royal Mail, but by cybercriminals, whose aim is to infect thousands of computers with a malicious program called a Trojan horse. With this program, these criminals can steal your information an...

Computer Locked Up Scam Asking to Call 1-833-301-7599

Online users are asked to beware of the "Computer Locked Up" scam below, which claims their computer has been disabled and they need to contact Microsoft at this fake customer support telephone number: 1-833-301-7599. Calling the fake customer support will connect potential victims to scammers, who will pretend to be Microsoft representat...

"Your Mailbox is Almost Full" Phishing Email Scams

The email message below: "Your mailbox is almost full," is fake and a phishing scam. The email message was sent by cyber-criminals and not by Google or other legitimate email providers, to trick the recipients into clicking on the link within it in order to take them to a fake or phishing website designed to steal their email address user...

Converting USDT to XMR: Unlocking Privacy and Diversification in Cryptocurrency

The world of cryptocurrencies continues to evolve rapidly, with a growing interest in exploring different conversion options. In this article, we delve into the conversion of USDT (Tether) to XMR (Monero), two distinct cryptocurrencies with contrasting features and use cases....

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...

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...

347 Area Code Scam Text Messages and Calls

I am getting scam text messages like the one below from area code 347. The text messages have a link in them that appears to go to phishing or malicious websites. If you have gotten scam text messages or calls from a 347 area code, please share by leaving a comment below....

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 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....

"Your Account Will Be Closed Down Within 24 Hours" Phishing Scam

The "Your Account Will Be Closed Down Within 24 Hours" email message below, which claims the recipients' account is not updated and will lead to the closure of their accounts, is a phishing scam created to steal email account usernames and passwords. The email message was not sent by the recipients' email provider, but by cyber-cr...

Norton AntiVirus Prime Invoice Processed and Confirmed Scam

The "Norton AntiVirus Prime Invoice" email below is a scam. Therefore, if you have received it, do not follow the instructions in it. Just delete it. The fake Norton customer service telephone number(1-801-210-8438) is being used by scammers operating a call center. The scammers will pretend to be Norton and ask potential victims to discl...

Fake "BNY Mellon Wealth Management" Emails Created by Scammers

Online users, be aware of fake "BNY Mellon Wealth Management" emails like the one below, created by online scammers to trick potential victims into sending them personal and financial information, which they will use fraudulently. BNY Mellon Wealth Management and other legitimate companies will never ask customers or potential customers t...

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....

Virus Email - "First NetBank Third Party Payment" from Commonwealth Bank of Australia

The email message below: "First NetBank Third Party Payment," which appears as if it came from the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, stating a transfer to third party accounts has been successful from the recipients' accounts, is a fake and malicious email message. The email message was sent by cyber-criminals and not by the Commonwealt...

Coca Cola Mobile Draw Promotion Award Lottery Scam

There is no "Coca-Cola lottery," "Coca-Cola Mobile Draw" or "Coca-Cola Mobile Promotion Award." Therefore, recipients of fake Coca-Cola lottery messages like the sample below being sent by lottery scammers, which claim that they are winners, should delete the messages. They should also not follow the instructions in th...

AI in Malware Detection: How Does It Work?

Artificial intelligence (AI) can automatically detect and resolve malware or cyber threat issues. It is a successful and strong weapon against even the most complex malware when it combines the modeling of both bad and good behavior....

"INTERAC e-Transfer from Canada Revenue Agency System" Scams

Criminals may attempt to convince you they have sent you money, by sending you an email that appears to be using the Interac e-Transfer service. For example, you may receive an email stating that Interac is holding money in escrow until you provide evidence of having shipped goods. Interac does not offer an escrow service. Do not assume you will be...

Is Palkhe a Scam at palkhe.com? Review of Online Store

Palkhe located at palkhe.com is a fake online store claiming to sell dresses, sweaters, toys, and electronics. 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 financial institution t...

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...

Do Not Call 1-844-745-1521 - it is a Fake Technical Support Number

Do not call telephone number: 1-844-745-1521. This is because the number is being used by cybercriminals to trick potential victims into believing that they are calling a Technical or Customer Support number. Once potential victims call the fake Technical or Customer Support telephone number, the persons who answer will ask for personal information...

"Francois Pinault" Donation Scam: Do Not Be Fooled

Online users, be aware of the "Francois Pinault" donation scam below. The scam is being sent by scammers who are attempting to trick their potential victims into sending them money. Francois Pinault, a French billionaire businessman and art collector, would never send emails to random individuals around the world requesting personal infor...

"Viber Will Become Chargeable and Will Cost 0.01€ Per Message" Hoax

The message below, which claims that Viber, an application that lets you send free messages as well as make free calls to other Viber users, will start charging a fee for their services, is a hoax or is not true. The hoax claims that if you send the message to 10 of your contacts, Viber will determine that you are an active user and your service wi...