QNET is not a scam or pyramid scheme. It’s a legitimate lifestyle and wellness company that uses a direct selling business model to offer products ranging from health supplements and air purifiers to luxury watches and personal care items. Misconceptions often arise from misunderstanding the nature of direct selling, but its transparent operations and global presence in over 25 countries affirm its legitimacy.
To dispel the notion that QNET is a scam, it’s important to explore the company’s structure, commitment to ethical practices, and the real value its products bring to customers worldwide.
Direct Selling vs. Pyramid Schemes
While QNET operates within legal guidelines, the company has faced allegations of being a scam in several countries, primarily due to a lack of understanding about how direct selling works. Direct selling is often confused with illegal schemes in many emerging markets, leading to misinformed criticisms. QNET is fully compliant with regulations in the markets where it operates, and its business activities are regularly monitored to ensure that they adhere to local laws.
One issue contributing to the confusion is the behavior of a small faction of its independent representatives who sometimes misrepresent the business model. QNET is proactive in addressing such instances.
To comprehend QNET’s business operations, it’s crucial to differentiate between direct selling and pyramid schemes. In direct selling, independent representatives sell authentic products to consumers, building their own businesses based on sales. On the other hand, pyramid schemes are illegal operations where participants earn money primarily by recruiting others, with no emphasis on actual goods.
Trevor Kuna, QNET’s chief strategy and transformation officer, explained: “Direct selling is closer in its shape and form to being an entrepreneur than a traditional job. That’s because it’s not rigid, doesn’t keep office hours, and can be done from anywhere.”
QNET offers a wide array of lifestyle and wellness items that cater to diverse customer needs. The company’s portfolio includes over 30 brands developed exclusively for it by international experts. Among its most well-known products is the HomePure Zayn air purifier, designed in Switzerland and South Korea, with advanced filtration technology. The HomePure Zayn is particularly effective, with the European Centre for Allergy Research Foundation recommending it for its ability to remove 99.8% of allergens, viruses, bacteria, and odors from the air. This is just one example of the high-quality products that make up the foundation of QNET’s business.
In addition to air purifiers, QNET offers health supplements, water filtration systems, and luxury Swiss watches under the Bernhard H. Mayer brand, which is known for its craftsmanship and environmental sustainability. For instance, the Omni watch collection from Bernhard H. Mayer was recently recognized as the Most Sustainable Watch Brand of the Year at the 4th International Diamond Awards in Turkey. The watch’s eco-friendly design features recycled stainless steel.
Kuna stated, “In developing the Omni watch, we were driven by our vision of integrating eco-friendly practices with our longstanding tradition of excellence in watchmaking. This product is for those who want it all — style, sophistication, and a sustainable lifestyle. Each Omni watch sold translates directly into more trees planted, further enhancing our global canopy and contributing to the communities we serve. Through these actions, we reaffirm our commitment to the planet and our customers, ensuring that our luxury products leave a positive legacy.”
Is QNET Really a Scam?
QNET is not a scam. The company provides micro-entrepreneurship opportunities for individuals interested in building their own businesses through product sales. Its business model allows independent representatives to earn commissions based on their sales performance. Unlike at a job with a fixed income, independent representatives can set their own schedules and grow their business at their own pace. The potential for earnings is tied directly to the effort and time invested in selling the company’s products.
This flexibility and earning potential attract people looking for an alternative to traditional employment. “QNET is not for those who are looking for overnight success.,” says CEO Malou Caluza. “This is evident in the success stories we share. Every one of the top leaders that our network looks up to today started with nothing and built their businesses slowly but steadily. It took them years to get to where they are today. They are our best ambassadors for the message that success at QNET takes hard work and consistent effort over a period of time.”
The enterprise’s training plays a vital role in the success of its independent representatives. It provides multilingual training programs created to teach ethical selling practices, product knowledge, and business management skills. This training ensures that independent representatives can confidently promote the company’s products and build their businesses professionally and sustainably.
The company established the QNETPRO initiative, which focuses on educating its independent representatives about ethical business practices and ensuring they fully understand and comply with the company’s strict code of conduct. This initiative helps prevent exaggerated claims or any other actions that might damage the company’s reputation.
In addition to QNETPRO, the firm has a network compliance team dedicated to investigating complaints related to policy violations. Representatives who violate company guidelines face penalties, including termination. This shows the company’s dedication to maintaining transparency and ethical business practices and its commitment to addressing concerns that may arise within its network.
QNET also developed a supportive community for its independent representatives. Distributors can access a global network of peers offering guidance and support. The company's support system includes regular online training sessions, webinars, and leadership programs. This network enables independent representatives to feel connected even though they build their businesses independently.
Online Threat Alerts Security Tips
Pay the safest way
Credit cards are the safest way to pay for online purchases because you can dispute the charges if you never get the goods or services or if the offer was misrepresented. Federal law limits your liability to $50 if someone makes unauthorized charges to your account, and most credit card issuers will remove them completely if you report the problem promptly.
Guard your personal information
In any transaction you conduct, make sure to check with your state or local consumer protection agency and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) to see if the seller, charity, company, or organization is credible. Be especially wary if the entity is unfamiliar to you. Always call the number found on a website’s contact information to make sure the number legitimately belongs to the entity you are dealing with.
Be careful of the information you share
Never give out your codes, passwords or personal information, unless you are sure of who you're dealing with
Know who you’re dealing with
Crooks pretending to be from companies you do business with may call or send an email, claiming they need to verify your personal information. Don’t provide your credit card or bank account number unless you are actually paying for something and know who you are sending payment to. Your social security number should not be necessary unless you are applying for credit. Be especially suspicious if someone claiming to be from a company with whom you have an account asks for information that the business already has.
Check your accounts
Regularly check your account transactions and report any suspicious or unauthorised transactions.
Don’t believe promises of easy money
If someone claims that you can earn money with little or no work, get a loan or credit card even if you have bad credit, or make money on an investment with little or no risk, it’s probably a scam. Oftentimes, offers that seem too good to be true, actually are too good to be true.
Do not open email from people you don’t know
If you are unsure whether an email you received is legitimate, try contacting the sender directly via other means. Do not click on any links in an email unless you are sure it is safe.
Think before you click
If an email or text message looks suspicious, don’t open any attachments or click on the links.
Verify urgent requests or unsolicited emails, messages or phone calls before you respond
If you receive a message or a phone call asking for immediate action and don't know the sender, it could be a phishing message.
Be careful with links and new website addresses
Malicious website addresses may appear almost identical to legitimate sites. Scammers often use a slight variation in spelling or logo to lure you. Malicious links can also come from friends whose email has unknowingly been compromised, so be careful.
Secure your personal information
Before providing any personal information, such as your date of birth, Social Security number, account numbers, and passwords, be sure the website is secure.
Stay informed on the latest cyber threats
Keep yourself up to date on current scams by visiting this website daily.
Use Strong Passwords
Strong passwords are critical to online security.
Keep your software up to date and maintain preventative software programs
Keep all of your software applications up to date on your computers and mobile devices. Install software that provides antivirus, firewall, and email filter services.
Update the operating systems on your electronic devices
Make sure your operating systems (OSs) and applications are up to date on all of your electronic devices. Older and unpatched versions of OSs and software are the target of many hacks. Read the CISA security tip on Understanding Patches and Software Updates for more information.
What if You Got Scammed?
Stop Contact With The Scammer
Hang up the phone. Do not reply to emails, messages, or letters that the scammer sends. Do not make any more payments to the scammer. Beware of additional scammers who may contact you claiming they can help you get your lost money back.
Secure Your Finances
- Report potentially compromised bank account, credit or debit card information to your financial institution(s) immediately. They may be able to cancel or reverse fraudulent transactions.
- Notify the three major credit bureaus. They can add a fraud alert to warn potential credit grantors that you may be a victim of identity theft. You may also want to consider placing a free security freeze on your credit report. Doing so prevents lenders and others from accessing your credit report entirely, which will prevent them from extending credit:
- Equifax
- Experian
- TransUnion
Check Your Computer
If your computer was accessed or otherwise affected by a scam, check to make sure that your anti-virus is up-to-date and running and that your system is free of malware and keylogging software. You may also need to seek the help of a computer repair company. Consider utilizing the Better Business Bureau’s website to find a reputable company.
Change Your Account Passwords
Update your bank, credit card, social media, and email account passwords to try to limit further unauthorized access. Make sure to choose strong passwords when changing account passwords.
Report The Scam
Reporting helps protect others. While agencies can’t always track down perpetrators of crimes against scammers, they can utilize the information gathered to record patterns of abuse which may lead to action being taken against a company or industry.
Report your issue to the following agencies based on the nature of the scam:
- Local Law Enforcement: Consumers are encouraged to report scams to their local police department or sheriff’s office, especially if you lost money or property or had your identity compromised.
- Federal Trade Commission: Contact the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357) or use the Online Complaint Assistant to report various types of fraud, including counterfeit checks, lottery or sweepstakes scams, and more.
- Identitytheft.gov: If someone is using your personal information, like your Social Security, credit card, or bank account number, to open new accounts, make purchases, or get a tax refund, report it at www.identitytheft.gov. This federal government site will also help you create your Identity Theft Report and a personal recovery plan based on your situation. Questions can be directed to 877-ID THEFT.
How To Recognize a Phishing Scam
Scammers use email or text messages to try to steal your passwords, account numbers, or Social Security numbers. If they get that information, they could get access to your email, bank, or other accounts. Or they could sell your information to other scammers. Scammers launch thousands of phishing attacks like these every day — and they’re often successful.
Scammers often update their tactics to keep up with the latest news or trends, but here are some common tactics used in phishing emails or text messages:
Phishing emails and text messages often tell a story to trick you into clicking on a link or opening an attachment. You might get an unexpected email or text message that looks like it’s from a company you know or trust, like a bank or a credit card or utility company. Or maybe it’s from an online payment website or app. The message could be from a scammer, who might
- say they’ve noticed some suspicious activity or log-in attempts — they haven’t
- claim there’s a problem with your account or your payment information — there isn’t
- say you need to confirm some personal or financial information — you don’t
- include an invoice you don’t recognize — it’s fake
- want you to click on a link to make a payment — but the link has malware
- say you’re eligible to register for a government refund — it’s a scam
- offer a coupon for free stuff — it’s not real
About Online Threat Alerts (OTA)
Online Threat Alerts or OTA is an anti-cybercrime community that started in 2012. OTA alerts the public to cyber crimes and other web threats.
By alerting the public, we have prevented a lot of online users from getting scammed or becoming victims of cybercrimes.
With the ever-increasing number of people going online, it important to have a community like OTA that continuously alerts or protects those same people from cyber-criminals, scammers and hackers, who are every day finding new ways of carrying out their malicious activities.
Online users can help by reporting suspicious or malicious messages or websites to OTA. And, if they want to determine if a message or website is a threat or scam, they can use OTA's search engine to search for the website or parts of the message for information.
Help maintain Online Threat Alerts (OTA).