Focused Scam Guides
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Investment Scams in Cambodia
Fraudulent real-estate, cryptocurrency, and business investment schemes targeting expatriates and diaspora investors in Cambodia.
CountryFake Tax Office Scams in Qatar
Scammers impersonating the Qatar General Tax Authority (GTA) to extort payments from businesses and expatriates under threat of penalties.
CountryFake Online Store Scams in Taiwan
Fraudulent e-commerce websites and social media shops targeting Taiwan buyers with discounted goods that are never delivered.
CountryCrypto Scams in Nepal
Cryptocurrency fraud targeting Nepalis through Facebook and Telegram, exploiting limited regulation and diaspora remittance narratives.
CountryFake Police Scams in Israel
Phone and online scams impersonating Israeli Police or the Anti-Money Laundering Authority to extort residents.
CountryAdvance-Fee Scams in Cambodia
Classic advance-fee fraud using Cambodian government contract and NGO fund narratives to extract fees from international victims.
CountryFake Charity Scams in Cambodia
Fraudulent charity and orphanage appeals exploiting Cambodia's development sector reputation to steal donations from well-meaning foreigners.
CountryRental Listing Scams in Cambodia
Fake apartment and villa rental listings targeting expatriates in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, collecting deposits for non-existent properties.
CountryFake Tax Office Scams in Israel
Scammers impersonating the Israeli Tax Authority (ITA) to demand immediate payments or harvest personal tax credentials.
CountryWhatsApp Job Scams in Nepal
Fake remote job offers targeting Nepali smartphone users via WhatsApp and Facebook with escalating deposit demands.
CountryFake Delivery Text Scams in Israel
Smishing campaigns in Israel impersonating Israel Post and courier services to steal banking credentials.
PlatformFake Online Pharmacy Scams on Google Search & Ads
Rogue pharmacies buy Google ads and manipulate search rankings to appear at the top of results for prescription drug queries, luring buyers with steep discounts on medications that arrive counterfeit, contaminated, or never at all.
PlatformFake Online Pharmacy Scams on Facebook
Fraudulent pharmacy pages and sponsored Facebook posts target users who discuss health conditions in groups, offering discounted prescription drugs that are counterfeit, mislabelled, or never shipped.
PlatformFake Online Pharmacy Scams on Instagram
Scammers use Instagram accounts styled as wellness brands or licensed pharmacies to sell counterfeit prescription drugs through DMs and shoppable posts, targeting users who engage with health and fitness content.
PlatformFake Online Pharmacy Scams via Email
Spam emails promoting unlicensed online pharmacies flood inboxes with offers for discounted or prescription-free medications, directing recipients to rogue sites that deliver counterfeit products or nothing at all.
PlatformMiracle Cure Scams on Facebook
Fraudulent health product pages and sponsored ads on Facebook promise impossible recoveries from chronic illnesses, exploiting personal data visible in health-related groups to target vulnerable users.
PlatformMiracle Cure Scams on Instagram
Instagram influencers and fake wellness accounts promote unproven treatments and supplements with dramatic before-and-after imagery, leveraging the platform's visual credibility to sell products that cannot deliver their promised results.
PlatformMiracle Cure Scams on YouTube
Long-form YouTube videos structured as documentaries or personal testimonials are used to build credibility for fraudulent health products, with affiliate links and product placements monetising viewers who believe they have found a genuine medical breakthrough.
PlatformMiracle Cure Scams via Email
Unsolicited emails promoting unproven treatments for serious illnesses use long-form persuasion copy, personal testimonials, and countdown timers to pressure recipients into purchasing fraudulent health products.
PlatformFake Health Insurance Scams via Phone Calls
Callers impersonating health insurance brokers or government health programme representatives pressure consumers into enrolling in worthless discount plans or fraudulent policies that provide no real coverage.
PlatformFake Health Insurance Scams on Facebook
Facebook ads and pages targeting people who discuss healthcare costs promote non-insurance discount schemes and sham policies that collect premiums but fail to pay medical claims.
PlatformFake Health Insurance Scams via Email
Unsolicited emails posing as government health programme notifications or independent broker offers enrol recipients in fake or inadequate health coverage that fails to pay medical bills.
PlatformFake Health Insurance Scams on Google Search & Ads
Fraudulent health insurance brokers and sham plan providers buy Google ads targeting health coverage keywords to intercept consumers shopping for legitimate insurance and enrol them in plans that provide no real protection.
PlatformGhost Broker Auto Insurance Scams on Instagram
Instagram is a primary channel for ghost brokers who advertise cheap car insurance deals, collect payments for fraudulent policies, and leave drivers unknowingly uninsured and exposed to legal penalties.
PlatformGhost Broker Auto Insurance Scams on Facebook
Ghost brokers use Facebook Marketplace, sponsored ads, and community groups to sell fraudulent or falsified car insurance policies at below-market prices, leaving drivers uninsured and at risk of prosecution.
PlatformGhost Broker Auto Insurance Scams via Email
Ghost brokers send targeted emails offering cheap car insurance renewals, collecting personal and vehicle data to submit fraudulent applications to real insurers — leaving policyholders unknowingly uninsured.
PlatformGhost Broker Auto Insurance Scams via Phone Calls
Callers posing as insurance brokers or comparison service representatives offer fraudulent car insurance deals over the phone, collecting personal details and payment for policies that are falsified or entirely fictitious.
PlatformFake Vehicle Listing Scams on Craigslist
Craigslist's unmoderated classifieds make it a prime venue for fake car listings that collect deposits from buyers who discover the vehicle does not exist or belongs to someone else.
PlatformFake Vehicle Listing Scams on Facebook
Facebook Marketplace car listings are exploited by scammers who use cloned photos, fabricated ownership documents, and urgency tactics to extract deposits from buyers for vehicles that do not exist or are not theirs to sell.
PlatformFake Vehicle Listing Scams on Instagram
Instagram accounts posing as private sellers or car dealers post attractive vehicle photos to solicit direct inquiries, then manipulate interested buyers into paying deposits for cars that are fraudulent or non-existent.
PlatformFake Extended Warranty Scams via Phone Calls
Robocalls and live callers falsely claim a vehicle warranty is expiring and pressure owners into purchasing worthless extended warranty plans that cover nothing when a breakdown occurs.
PlatformFake Extended Warranty Scams via Email
Emails warning that a vehicle warranty is expiring pressure owners into purchasing inadequate or entirely fictitious extended warranty contracts via deceptive online checkout pages.
PlatformFake Extended Warranty Scams on Facebook
Facebook ads and pages impersonating dealerships or manufacturer warranty programmes sell fictitious or inadequate vehicle service contracts to targeted car owners.
PlatformSolar Panel Scams on Facebook
Facebook ads and community pages promote fictitious government solar rebate programmes or substandard installations, collecting large deposits from homeowners who receive no panels or shoddy workmanship.
PlatformSolar Panel Scams on Nextdoor
Fraudulent solar installers post in Nextdoor neighbourhood feeds as satisfied local customers or community recommendations, leveraging the platform's trusted local reputation to solicit deposits for substandard or non-existent installations.
PlatformSolar Panel Scams via Phone Calls
Unsolicited callers claiming to represent government solar programmes or certified installers pressure homeowners into booking surveys and paying deposits for solar installations that are substandard or fraudulent.
PlatformSolar Panel Scams via Email
Email campaigns mimicking government energy agencies or certified solar programmes direct homeowners to fraudulent quote pages or phishing forms that collect personal data and deposits.
PlatformUtility Shutoff Scams via Phone Calls
Callers impersonating electricity, gas, or water companies threaten immediate service disconnection unless a past-due balance is paid within minutes using a non-reversible payment method.
PlatformUtility Shutoff Scams via Email
Fake disconnection notice emails impersonating utility providers create urgency around an invented past-due balance, directing recipients to phishing payment pages that capture card details or demand gift card payment.
PlatformUtility Shutoff Scams on Craigslist
Craigslist listings offering to pay overdue utility bills or restore service for a fee target consumers in financial hardship, collecting upfront payments without providing any genuine utility relief.
PlatformRental Listing Scams on Craigslist
Craigslist rental ads cloned from legitimate listings offer below-market rents to attract tenants, then collect application fees and security deposits from multiple victims for properties the fraudster does not own or control.
PlatformRental Listing Scams on Facebook
Facebook Marketplace and housing groups host fraudulent rental listings that use stolen photos and compelling backstories to extract security deposits and application fees from housing-seekers.
PlatformRental Listing Scams on Nextdoor
Fraudulent rental listings on Nextdoor exploit the platform's neighbourhood-verified reputation to collect deposits from local housing-seekers for properties that are cloned, unavailable, or never shown.
PlatformFake Landlord Scams on Facebook
Fraudsters posing as legitimate landlords on Facebook collect multiple tenants' deposits for the same property — one they do not own — then disappear before move-in day.
PlatformFake Landlord Scams on Craigslist
Craigslist's anonymous listing format enables fake landlords to collect deposits from multiple tenants simultaneously for properties they have no right to rent, exploiting the urgency of the housing search.
PlatformFake Landlord Scams via Email
Email correspondence from fake landlords follows up on housing inquiries or responds to rental-search forum posts, guiding applicants through a convincing tenancy process that ends with a stolen deposit.
PlatformMoving Company Scams on Google Search & Ads
Rogue moving companies use Google Ads and SEO to appear prominently for relocation search queries, providing artificially low estimates that balloon on moving day when possessions are held hostage for inflated payment.
PlatformMoving Company Scams on Craigslist
Craigslist moving service ads from unregistered operators offer extremely low hourly rates, then add hidden charges on moving day, damage goods, or simply take deposits and fail to appear.
PlatformMoving Company Scams on Facebook
Facebook Marketplace and local groups host moving company ads from operators who collect deposits and fail to appear, deliver substandard service, or present inflated invoices after goods are loaded.
PlatformFake Booking Site Scams on Google Search & Ads
Counterfeit hotel and travel booking websites appear prominently in Google search results and ads, collecting full payment for reservations that do not exist or are never confirmed by the genuine property.
PlatformFake Booking Site Scams on Facebook
Fraudulent travel and accommodation booking pages on Facebook collect payments for hotel stays, tours, or event tickets that are never confirmed, leaving buyers with unrecoverable losses.
PlatformFake Booking Site Scams via Email
Phishing emails impersonating major booking platforms notify recipients of a reservation problem or exclusive deal, directing them to fraudulent checkout pages that harvest payment details.
PlatformFake Tour Guide Scams on Instagram
Instagram accounts presenting as local travel experts and licensed guides collect advance payments for tours that are substandard, overpriced, or never delivered.
PlatformFake Tour Guide Scams on Facebook
Facebook groups for travellers and destination communities are used by fraudulent tour operators and fake guides to solicit advance bookings from holidaymakers who discover the service does not exist or is substandard.
PlatformFake Tour Guide Scams on Craigslist
Craigslist travel services listings offer guided tours and local experiences at low prices, using advance-payment requirements to extract money from tourists who find the service substandard or entirely absent.
PlatformFake Airline Support Scams on Google Search & Ads
Fraudulent customer service websites and Google Ads display fake airline phone numbers that connect travellers to scammers who charge fees for basic services and harvest credit card details.
PlatformFake Airline Support Scams via Phone Calls
Callers posing as airline customer service agents contact travellers whose booking details have been compromised, offering to 'fix' problems with reservations in exchange for fees and card details.
PlatformFake Airline Support Scams via Email
Phishing emails styled as airline booking confirmations, cancellation notices, or refund offers direct travellers to fraudulent portals that harvest account credentials and payment information.
PlatformTimeshare Resale Scams via Phone Calls
Callers targeting existing timeshare owners claim to have a buyer ready for their unit, requesting upfront fees for legal, transfer, or marketing costs that are collected and provide no genuine resale service.
PlatformTimeshare Resale Scams via Email
Emails targeting timeshare owners claim a buyer has been found or a legal exit pathway is available, using official-looking documents and upfront fee requests to perpetuate a long-running fraud.
PlatformTimeshare Resale Scams on Facebook
Facebook groups for timeshare owners and vacation property communities host fraudulent resale and exit service operators who collect upfront fees for services that are never delivered.
PlatformFake Clinical Trial Scams on Google Search & Ads
Fraudulent clinical trial recruitment ads appear in Google search results targeting people with specific health conditions, collecting personal and medical information or charging registration fees for trials that do not exist.
PlatformFake Clinical Trial Scams on Facebook
Facebook health condition groups and targeted ads are used to recruit people with specific diagnoses into fraudulent clinical trials that harvest medical data, collect fees, or expose participants to unregulated substances.
PlatformFake Clinical Trial Scams via Email
Unsolicited emails targeting people with specific health conditions invite them to enrol in fraudulent research studies, collecting medical data and participation fees for trials that have no institutional affiliation.
PlatformFake Weight Loss Product Scams on Instagram
Instagram influencers and sponsored accounts promote fraudulent weight loss supplements and detox programmes using misleading before-and-after photos, undisclosed paid partnerships, and auto-ship schemes.
PlatformFake Weight Loss Product Scams on Facebook
Facebook ads and health groups promote fraudulent weight loss supplements through fabricated testimonials, celebrity endorsement imagery, and hidden subscription billing that traps buyers in recurring charges.
PlatformFake Weight Loss Product Scams on YouTube
YouTube videos styled as honest reviews or personal weight loss journeys are used to promote fraudulent supplements and programmes, driving viewers to purchase through affiliate links on product pages that obscure subscription terms.
PlatformFake Health Insurance Scams on Nextdoor
Fraudulent health plan promoters post in Nextdoor neighbourhood feeds posing as community members who found affordable coverage, directing neighbours toward sham discount plans or unlicensed insurance products.
PlatformRental Listing Scams on Instagram
Instagram accounts posting attractive property photography attract inquiries from housing-seekers and then collect deposits for rentals that are cloned from legitimate listings or unavailable for let.
PlatformUtility Shutoff Scams on Facebook
Facebook posts and Messenger messages impersonating utility providers warn of imminent disconnection and direct account holders to fraudulent payment pages that harvest card details or demand gift card payment.
PlatformMoving Company Scams via Email
Email campaigns from rogue moving companies solicit enquiries with low quotes, then dramatically inflate the final bill on moving day or fail to appear after collecting a deposit.
PlatformFake Booking Site Scams on Instagram
Instagram accounts posing as boutique hotels, vacation rentals, or activity booking services collect advance payments through DMs or external links for stays and experiences that are never honoured.
PlatformFake Airline Support Scams on Instagram
Instagram accounts impersonating airline customer service accounts respond to travellers who post complaints or inquiries publicly, directing them to fraudulent support channels that collect personal and payment information.
PlatformTimeshare Resale Scams on Craigslist
Craigslist listings for timeshare resale services or direct timeshare sales collect upfront fees from owners seeking to exit their commitment, providing no genuine market access or resale outcome.
PlatformFake Clinical Trial Scams via Phone Calls
Callers claiming to represent research institutions or pharmaceutical companies recruit people with specific conditions into fraudulent paid trials, collecting screening fees or harvesting personal medical details over the phone.
PlatformFake Weight Loss Product Scams via Email
Email campaigns promoting fraudulent weight loss supplements and programmes use long-form persuasion copy, celebrity name-drops, and auto-ship billing to extract payments from recipients who receive ineffective or unsafe products.
PlatformGhost Broker Auto Insurance Scams on Craigslist
Craigslist services listings offer cheap car insurance through unlicensed brokers who either produce fraudulent policies with falsified details or collect payment without purchasing any policy at all.
PlatformFake Vehicle Listing Scams via Email
Email responses to car-search inquiries or alerts offer fictitious vehicles at below-market prices, directing buyers toward a deposit payment before any in-person inspection is possible.
PlatformFake Landlord Scams on Instagram
Instagram accounts presenting as property managers or individual landlords post rental property photos to attract tenants, then collect security deposits for properties they have no authority to rent.
PlatformFake Extended Warranty Scams on Craigslist
Craigslist services listings offer vehicle or appliance extended warranties at low prices through unregistered providers, collecting premiums for coverage that pays nothing when a claim is made.
PaymentFake Police Scams Using Gift Cards
Fraudsters impersonate law enforcement officers and demand immediate payment via gift cards, threatening arrest or legal consequences to pressure victims into compliance.
PaymentFake Police Scams Demanding Wire Transfers
Scammers posing as police officers or federal agents demand wire transfers as bail or fine payments, using threats of immediate arrest to override the victim's judgment.
PaymentFake Police Scams Using Zelle Payments
Fraudsters impersonating police officers exploit Zelle's speed and bank integration to pressure victims into immediate payments to avoid fabricated arrest warrants.
PaymentFake Tax Office Scams via Western Union
Fraudsters posing as tax officials instruct victims to send cash via Western Union as supposed tax arrears, exploiting the service's wide reach and near-instant cash availability.
PaymentFake Court Scams Using Gift Cards as Payment
Scammers impersonating court clerks or judges demand gift card payments as court fees or fines, threatening contempt proceedings or immediate detention to ensure compliance.
PaymentFake Court Scams Demanding Wire Transfers
Criminals posing as court officials or legal representatives demand wire transfers for fabricated bail, civil penalties, or case settlement fees, targeting victims with larger financial assets.
PaymentFake Immigration Scams Using Gift Cards
Fraudsters impersonating immigration officials demand gift card payments to resolve fabricated visa issues or deportation threats, exploiting victims' fear of immigration consequences.
PaymentFake Immigration Scams via MoneyGram
Criminals posing as immigration agents instruct victims to send MoneyGram transfers to pay for fabricated visa fees, bond releases, or penalty waivers.
PaymentPrize Notification Scams via Western Union
Scammers inform victims they have won a prize and demand Western Union transfers as mandatory fees before the winnings can be released.
PaymentPrize Notification Scams via Venmo
Fraudsters use prize winner notifications — often fake social media giveaways — to solicit Venmo payments as processing fees, exploiting the platform's informal social feel.
PaymentSweepstakes Advance Fee Scams via MoneyGram
Scammers running fake sweepstakes demand MoneyGram transfers as advance fees before delivering fictional prizes, targeting victims across multiple rounds of payments.
PaymentSweepstakes Advance Fee Scams via Prepaid Cards
Fraudsters running fake sweepstakes direct winners to purchase prepaid debit cards and share the card numbers as payment of fictitious processing and tax fees.
PaymentInheritance and Lottery Scams via Wire Transfer
Scammers promise large inheritances or lottery winnings that can only be released after the victim wires advance fees covering legal, tax, or banking costs.
PaymentInheritance and Lottery Scams via Bank Transfer
Fraudsters fabricate inheritance or lottery windfalls and demand domestic bank transfers as advance fees, framing the payment as a routine banking formality.
PaymentFake Tech Support Scams Demanding Apple Pay
Fraudsters posing as Apple or tech support agents pressure victims into sending Apple Pay payments as 'security deposits' or 'verification fees' to resolve fabricated device issues.
PaymentFake Tech Support Scams via Cash App
Scammers impersonating tech support agents direct victims to send Cash App payments as fees or security deposits to resolve fabricated software, account, or device problems.