On This Day - Online Threat Alerts (OTA) - Scams - Frauds

Fake Facebook Video Post - "At 17, She did THIS in Public High School"

The Facebook post "At 17, she did THIS in public high school" is a fake. The post uses a very sexy young lady's buttocks and the caption "[Video] - At 17, she did THIS in public high school," to trick persons into clicking on it. Please do not click on, comment on, "Like" or share this post and report it to Faceboo...

"Rest In Peace - Martin Lawrence Found Dead In Hotel"

The article: "Rest In Peace: Martin Lawrence Found Dead In Hotel," published on fake or news satirical website www.newsbuzzdaily.com, is NOT true. Martin Lawrence is NOT dead. He is alive and well. He has jokingly posted the following on Twitter to let his fans know that he is alive: "I'm coming back from the dead for an exclusiv...

sweepstakesgroup.com and sweepstakesamonth.com Scam Websites

The websites "www.sweepstakesgroup.com" and "www.sweepstakesamonth.com," which claim that online users can win shopping vouchers, gift cards and online sweepstakes by taking surveys, are fake survey-taking, voucher and gift give-away websites that should not be trusted. The fraudulent websites were created by scammers to trick t...

Barclays Bank Virus Email Message - "Important Update Read Carefully"

The email message below: "Important Update, read carefully," has a virus or Trojan horse attached to it that will infect your Windows computer if you open it. The message was designed to trick the recipients into opening the malicious attachment, disguised as a bank update form....

umamoney.win - it is a Fraudulent Work-From-Home Website

The website www.umamoney.win is a scam or fake being operated by online scammers or cybercriminals. The website (umamoney.win) 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 reach...

Stack Retro Review: is it a Scam?

I bought a bean bag chair advertised by Stack Retro located at stackretro.com. The website looked legit, but after spending 62 dollars that cleared out of my checking account, no shipping details were sent. This was over 10 days ago, even though they advertised fast shipping. I have emailed but got no response. I called the number provided, but it ...

Malicious URL channel-approval-line.com

The URL channel-approval-line.com was blocked by Avast as a harmful website (containing a malware). The URL derived from a popup window, which came from an advertisement on firststoptv.com....

"Concordia International Forwarding Corporation" Lottery Scam

The email message below which claims that the recipients have won thousands of dollars, a Windows Phone(Nokia X2) and other prizes from Concordia International Forwarding Corporation and Microsoft Nokia Windows Mobile Lottery Office, is a lottery scam. The email message is a fake and was not sent by Concordia International Forwarding Corporation. E...

Celebrity Death Hoax - "RIP - Britney Spears Found Dead at 33!"

The hoax below, which claims that American singer and actress Britney Spears was found dead in her Malibu home, is another reason why you should always use popular and reputable news websites as your source of information. Britney Spears is NOT DEAD and was not found face-down and unresponsive in her bedroom by a friend. Whenever something dramatic...

Is wntic.com a Scam? Review of the Online Store

Wntic located at wntic.com 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 Xqwoo a Scam? See the Review of the Lego Store

Xqwoo located at xqwoo.com is an untrustworthy online store claiming to sell outdoor sheds, Nintendo Switches, Power tools, 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 ...

705-716-4812 Telephone Scam Calls

Hello, I received 2 calls in one day from telephone number 705-716-4812. The caller was very aggressive and arrogant. Also got "Canadian Treasury" auto message to warn me that if I don't return the call I will have to appear in front of a magistrate judge or grand jury for a federal criminal offense. The message threatens that it is t...

"Kmart Ltd Job Offer‏ That Requires You to Shop and Evaluate Employees" Phishing Scams

The email message below, which claims that Kmart Ltd has a job opening and needs the recipients to join their team to shop and evaluate employees, is a phishing scam sent by cybercriminals to steal the recipients’ personal information. The link in the email message goes to a phishing or fake website that requests personal information. Once the requ...

Is Newhotmarket a Scam or Legit Online Store? Review of newhotmarket.shop

Newhotmarket, also known as Best Gift, located at newhotmarket.shop is a fake and scam online store claiming to sell puzzles. Therefore, online shoppers run the risk of receiving counterfeit goods or nothing at all from the same store. Online users who shopped at the fake store are asked to contact their bank or financial institution to cancel thei...

Is Troclub a Scam? Review of troclub.com Online Store

Troclub located at troclub.com is a fake online store claiming to sell tees, tanks, hoodies, shirts, pants and jackets. 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 inst...

"www.rbakp.com" - it is a Fake Ray-Ban Sunglass or Eyewear Selling Website

The website "www.rbakp.com" is another untrustworthy online store claiming to sell Ray ban sunglasses/eyeglasses, which online users are advised to stay away from. Persons who shop on the untrustworthy website run the risk of their personal, credit card and other payment processing information getting stolen by cyber-criminals and used fr...

www.polo-gift.com - it is a Fake Ralph Lauren Website

The website "www.polo-gift.com" is a fake Ralph Lauren clothing or apparel e-commerce website, where potential victims run the risk of their credit card and personal information being stolen and used fraudulently, or receive knock-off or imitation clothing....

USP Rally USPS Tracking Scam Text Linked to usprally.com - us9514961195221

The "USP Rally" scam text message below with tracking number us9514961195221 and a link to the phishing website usprally.com is being sent by online scammers. Therefore, recipients are asked not to click the link in the USPS Tracking scam text message because the phishing website they will be taken to, steals personal and financial inform...

Is Supersalepro a Scam? See the Review of the Store

Supersalepro located at supersalepro.co 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 ref...

Fake Email with Virus Attached - "Your Vodafone email bill for 14-03-2015 to 15-04-2015"

The email message below: "Your Vodafone email bill for 14-03-2015 to 15-04-2015 Please pay by 30 Apr 2015," is a fake and contains a malicious attachment disguised as a Vodafone bill that the recipients of the email message are asked to open. Attempts to open the malicious attachment will result in the recipients' computers getting in...

Gift Card Scam - "Thank you with McDonald's Sweeps/Rewards!"

The email message below with the subject: "Thank you - with McDonald's Sweeps/Rewards!," which claims that the recipients should complete a survey in order to get a McDonald's Sweeps/Rewards gift card, is a scam. The link in the fake email message will take recipients who have clicked on it to malicious survey, software and phishi...

atamoney.win - it is a Fraudulent Work-From-Home Website

The website www.atamoney.win is a scam or fake being operated by online scammers or cybercriminals. The website (atamoney.win) 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 reach...

Is ac-shopify.top a Scam or Legit Online Store? Review of Ac-shopify

Ac-shopify located at ac-shopify.top is a fake and scam online store claiming to sell living room sofas, electronics, bicycles, appliances, storage sheds, toolboxes, gazebos and other products, Therefore, online shoppers run the risk of receiving counterfeit goods or nothing at all from the same store. Online users who shopped at the fake store are...

Facebook Survey Scam - "Reward for - Get your $100 VISA Gift Card"

The email message below with the subject: "Thank You - Facebook Survey - Reward for Get your $100 VISA Gift Card," which claims that the recipients should complete a survey in order to get a $100 Visa gift card, is a scam. The link in the fake email message will take recipients who have clicked on it to malicious survey, software and phis...

Review of bridesfamily.com Online Store

See the reviews of www.bridesfamily.com below, or help us review the bridal 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....

Review of melodyways.com - An Online Music Streaming Website

See the reviews of www.melodyways.com below, or help us review the online music streaming website. 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....

Phishing Scam - "Confirm that You're the Owner of the Account"

The email message with the subject: "Confirm that you're the owner of the account," which claims the recipients' American Express accounts have been signed into from an IP address and for security reasons they need to confirm that they are the owner of the accounts, is a phishing scam sent by cybercriminals. Therefore, recipients ...

Is Blast Auxiliary Portable AC a Scam? See Review

It seems that Blast AC, which claimed to be a portable AC unit but is a swamp cooler, has changed its name from Blaux Portable AC. I ordered 2 Blaux Portable AC units in 2020 and it took 2 months for delivery. The units received were not battery-powered as advertised, but had to be plugged in to operate. In addition, they operated on "water cu...

Is Buozoe a Scam? See the Review of the Lego Store

Buozoe located at buozoe.com or legc.buozoe.com is an untrustworthy online store claiming to sell Lego building sets. 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 ha...

Is Hometmall a Scam? Review of hometmall.net Online Store

Hometmall located at hometmall.net is a fake Regalis online store claiming to sell caviar, roe, truffles, seafood, meats, and dry goods. 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 untrustworthy website are asked to contact their bank or financial...

Is Fairyung a Scam? See the Review of the Store

Fairyung located at fairyung.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 refunded....

Lowes Club Facebook Scam: 1 Hour Shopping Coupon Hoax

The Lowes Facebook post below is a scam. The scam, which was created by a fake Lowes Club account, claims Lowes is going to select 100 lucky families to shop as much as they can for up to 1 hour. But, this is not true. It is only a trick to get Facebook users to share the fake post and comment on it. Therefore, if you have received the fake post, p...

Is Goodnowfood a Scam? See the Review of the Store

Goodnowfood located at goodnowfood.myshopify.com is an untrustworthy online store claiming to sell Audi, Harley-Davidson, and Jeep shoes, sunglasses, handbags, backpacks. 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...

Is bdsale.store an Untrustworthy Online Store?

The website, bdsale.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 or financial institutio...

Review of soulory.com Online Store

See the reviews of www.soulory.com below, or help us review the bridal 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....

Target Club Facebook Scam: 1 Hour Shopping Coupon Hoax

The Target Facebook post below is a scam. The scam, which was created by a fake Target Club account, claims Target is going to select 100 lucky families to shop as much as they can for up to 1 hour. But, this is not true. It is only a trick to get Facebook users to share the fake post and comment on it. Therefore, if you have received the fake post...

Is Lightersgo a Scam? See the Review of the Store

Lightersgo located at lightersgo.shop 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 refun...

Publix $250 Coupon on Social Media

There is a fraudulent Publix coupon below circulating on social media that states "Free $250 Grocery Coupon". This is not supported by Publix and this coupon is not valid at any of our locations. Publix recommends not to participate in the promotion or provide any personal information....

Is Reycrypto a Scam? Cloud Mining Provider

Reycrypto located at reycrypto.com is an untrustworthy cloud mining provider. Reycrypto claims that they were established in 2017 as the first cloud mining provider and has a multi-functional cryptocurrency exchange, trusted by over a million users, but their domain name was registered only 26 days ago. This means Reycrypto is a newly created websi...

Is Gomyhome a Scam? See the Review of the Store

Gomyhome located at gomyhome.shop 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 refunded....

Review of geekmall.eu Online Store

See the reviews of www.geekmall.eu 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....

Is electronshowg.shop an Untrustworthy Online Store?

The website, www.electronshowg.shop, is an untrustworthy online store claiming to sell electronics. 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 con...

Toontrack Scam Email Account Login Alert from donotreply@toontrack.com

If you receive an email that appears to be from donotreply@toontrack, saying someone in Moscow or elsewhere has accessed your Microsoft account, please do not click the links or follow the instructions in it. It appears the aim of the scammers behind the email scam is to frighten and trick potential victims into clicking a link in it, which goes to...

HitBTC Scam Email - Complete Sign-up Process

I have received the HitBTC "Signing up" email below but I did not start a registration process on their website. I want to know why I am getting this email which appears to be a scam. If anyone has any information about the HitBTC email below, please leave it in a comment below....

Is Oversp a Scam? See the Review of the Lego Store

Oversp located at oversp.com is an untrustworthy online store claiming to sell portable generators, outdoor furniture, and power tools. 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...

Publix Club Facebook Scam: 1 Hour Shopping Coupon Hoax

The Publix Facebook post below is a scam. The scam, which was created by a fake Publix Club account, claims Publix is going to select 100 lucky families to shop as much as they can for up to 1 hour. But, this is not true. It is only a trick to get Facebook users to share the fake post and comment on it. Therefore, if you have received the fake post...

NZ ETC Toll Scam NZTA Text Message

The NZ ETC Toll scam text below is being sent by scammers. The scam text, which claims the recipients have outstanding fees which need to process within 24 hours, is being used to trick potential victims into clicking on the link in it. The link goes to a phishing website that may steal account credentials, personal or financial information....

Fake RayBan Website - "rbrtw.com" - is a Fraudulent Online Store

The website, www.rbrtw.com, is another untrustworthy online store claiming to sell RayBan sunglasses/eyeglasses, which online users are advised to stay away from. Persons who shop on the untrustworthy website run the risk of their personal, credit card and other payment processing information getting stolen by cyber-criminals and used fraudulently....

Is Yarnleng a Scam? See the Review of the Online Store

Yarnleng located at yarnleng.top is an untrustworthy online store claiming to sell gifts, bags, jewelry, and small accessories. 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 institu...

How Inexperienced Students Can Avoid Cybercrime

With the vast advancements in IoT (Internet of Things), multiple devices can connect digitally, which has reduced the cyber security of innocent users. The most vulnerable group due to the extensive use of technology for numerous researches is students....

03 9005 7533 Scam ATO Robocalls

Scammers are making robocalls to potential victims from telephone number 03 9005 7533(0390057533) and pretending to be from the ATO. The scammers' aim is to trick potential victims into sending them money or personal information. But, remember, the ATO will never threaten you with immediate arrest, will never send unsolicited pre-recorded messa...

Kroger Club Facebook Scam: 1 Hour Shopping Coupon Hoax

The Kroger Facebook post below is a scam. The scam, which was created by a fake Kroger Club account, claims Kroger is going to select 100 lucky families to shop as much as they can for up to 1 hour. But, this is not true. It is only a trick to get Facebook users to share the fake post and comment on it. Therefore, if you have received the fake post...

Is 1833-930-3100 an Intuit QuickBook Support Website?

The telephone number 1833-930-3100 is being used by Colahasch located at colahasch.com, which appears to be a fake Intuit QuickBook support website. This is because the legitimate QuickBooks support number that I know is 1800 046 038....

Review of csndicion.com Online Store

See the reviews of www.csndicion.com below, or help us review the bridal 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....

DPD UK Email Scam Linked to edpd.co .uk

Scammers are using the fake DPD UK, edpd.co.uk, to scam online users. Therefore, if you have received an email or text message that claims you have a parcel at DPD's depot or warehouse, and ask you to click a link that goes to edpd.co.uk to reschedule a delivery, update your details, or pay a fee, please do not. This is just another parcel deli...

Royal Mail Unpaid Shipping Fee Text Scam

I received the fake "Royal Mail Unpaid Shipping Fee" text message today from 447984644332 asking me to pay a fee. The fake text is being sent by scammers who are attempting to trick recipients into clicking on the link in it. The link goes to a fake or phishing Royal Mail website that steals personal and credit card information. Therefore...

Recovery Services Impending Legal Proceedings Scam

The "Recovery Services Impending Legal Proceedings" 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 a so-called ACS Debt Solutions, should delete it and not ...

Is moilify.com an Untrustworthy Online Store?

The website, moilify.com, appears to be an untrustworthy online store. Unsatisfied online shoppers who have shopped on the untrustworthy website and who are unable to receive a refund, are asked to contact their bank or financial institution to have their transactions canceled and money refunded....

Is yealook.com an Untrustworthy Online Store?

The website, yealook.com, appears to be an untrustworthy online store. Unsatisfied online shoppers who have shopped on the untrustworthy website and who are unable to receive a refund, are asked to contact their bank or financial institution to have their transactions canceled and money refunded....

Is girlywilds.com an Untrustworthy Online Store?

The website, girlywilds.com, appears to be an untrustworthy online store. Unsatisfied online shoppers who have shopped on the untrustworthy website and who are unable to receive a refund, are asked to contact their bank or financial institution to have their transactions canceled and money refunded....

Is flawlesswig.shop an Untrustworthy Online Store?

The website, flawlesswig.shop, appears to be an untrustworthy online store claiming to sell wigs. Unsatisfied online shoppers who have shopped on the untrustworthy website and who are unable to receive a refund, are asked to contact their bank or financial institution to have their transactions canceled and money refunded....

Is Tpinkworld a Scam? Review of tpinkworld.com Online Store

Tpinkworld located at tpinkworld.com is a fake online store claiming to sell tees, tanks, hoodies, shirts, pants and jackets. 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 financia...

5 Reasons Why Being a Photographer May Be Tough

Every profession has pitfalls, and photography is not an exemption. So, are you thinking of becoming a photographer? Wonderful! Working as a photographer means you have countless time and other advantages. But challenges are there too....