Common Scam Types

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  1. 5. A fraud where someone pretends to be a trusted figure, like a company representative or government official, to request money or information. Relies heavily on authority.
  2. 7. A fraud where scammers create a sense of urgent crisis, such as a family member in trouble, to pressure victims into sending money quickly.
  3. 9. A scheme where fake property listings or rental opportunities are used to collect deposits or personal information. Victims often never receive access to the property.
  4. 10. A scam where fraudsters pose as technical support agents and claim a device is compromised. They request payment or remote access to “fix” a non-existent issue.
  5. 12. A scheme promising high returns with little risk to lure victims into sending money. Often involves fake opportunities or misleading information
  6. 13. Fraudulent emails or messages designed to trick people into sharing sensitive information like passwords or financial details. Often mimics legitimate organizations.
  7. 14. A tactic where scammers disguise their identity, such as faking a phone number or email address, to appear trustworthy. It often supports other scam types.
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  1. 1. A scam that requires payment upfront for a promised service, prize, or loan that never materializes. Once the fee is paid, the scammer disappears
  2. 2. A scheme offering large sums of foreign money in exchange for help or upfront payment. Victims are promised a share but never receive funds.
  3. 3. A scam involving P2P payment platforms where victims are tricked into sending money directly to a fraudster. Transactions are usually hard to reverse.
  4. 4. A fraud where someone pretends to be in a romantic relationship to gain trust and request money. Often plays on emotions and urgency.
  5. 6. A fraud claiming the victim has won a prize but must pay fees or taxes to receive it. The prize does not exist
  6. 8. A fake job opportunity designed to collect personal information or upfront fees. Victims are often asked to pay for training, equipment, or background checks
  7. 11. A scam conducted over phone calls where fraudsters impersonate trusted sources to extract personal or financial information. The voice element adds urgency and credibility.