Focused Scam Guides
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Hacked Friend Scams on Instagram
Scammers take over Instagram accounts to message followers with fake investment tips, 'vote for me' links, or urgent requests that steal logins or money.
PlatformHacked Friend Scams on Telegram
Scammers hijack or impersonate contacts on Telegram to request money, codes, or investment buy-ins, exploiting trust and the app's anonymity.
PlatformHacked Friend Scams on SMS / Text
Scammers text from spoofed or hijacked numbers posing as a friend or relative in trouble, urging an urgent money transfer before you can verify.
PlatformFake Delivery Texts on SMS / Text
Scam texts impersonate couriers, claiming a parcel is held or needs a fee or redelivery, to lure recipients to phishing pages that steal card and login details.
PlatformFake Tracking Number Scams on Email
Fraudulent emails provide bogus tracking numbers and links that lead to phishing pages or malware, posing as shipment updates from couriers or retailers.
PlatformFake Tracking Number Scams on SMS / Text
Scam texts supply fake tracking numbers and links posing as shipment updates, leading to phishing pages that steal card and login details.
PlatformFake Tracking Number Scams on WhatsApp
Scammers send WhatsApp messages with bogus tracking numbers and links posing as shipment updates, steering victims to phishing pages.
PlatformFake Tracking Number Scams on Telegram
Scammers use Telegram messages and bots with bogus tracking numbers and links posing as shipment updates, leading to phishing pages or malware.
PlatformNon-Delivery Scams on Facebook
Scammers advertise products on Facebook Marketplace, pages, and ads, take payment, then never ship the goods, exploiting buyer trust in social commerce.
PlatformNon-Delivery Scams on Instagram
Scammers run fake shop accounts and ads on Instagram, take payment for products, then never ship them, exploiting the platform's visual commerce.
PlatformNon-Delivery Scams on WhatsApp
Scammers move buyers to WhatsApp to close sales for goods they never ship, using the private chat to take insecure payments with no buyer protection.
PlatformFake Customer Support Scams on Facebook
Scammers pose as official support on Facebook pages and Messenger, intercepting users seeking help to steal logins, payments, or remote device access.
PlatformFake Customer Support Scams on Instagram
Scammers impersonate brand or platform support on Instagram, often offering 'account recovery', to steal logins, payments, or two-factor codes.
PlatformFake Customer Support Scams on Email
Fraudulent emails pose as company support about an account, order, or charge, to harvest logins, push payments, or lure victims into remote-access sessions.
PlatformFake Customer Support Scams via Google Search & Ads
Scammers buy search ads and build fake support sites that appear when people look for help numbers, then steal payments, logins, or remote device access.
CountryPig-Butchering Scams in Chile
Crypto romance-investment scams targeting Chileans via WhatsApp and Instagram, funnelling victims to fake platforms denominated in USD or USDT.
CountryInvestment Scams in Chile
Fraudulent investment schemes in Chile exploit the country's AFP pension debate and growing retail-investor appetite, promising guaranteed returns through unlicensed operators.
CountryCrypto Scams in Chile
Cryptocurrency fraud in Chile ranges from fake exchange apps to celebrity-endorsed token launches, exploiting the absence of specific crypto regulation.
CountryFake Trading Platforms in Chile
Counterfeit forex and crypto trading platforms target Chilean investors with polished Spanish-language interfaces and fabricated profit dashboards.
CountryRomance Blackmail Scams in Chile
Sextortion and romance blackmail schemes target Chilean men and women via Instagram and Tinder, threatening to share intimate images with family contacts unless payment is made.
CountryTask Scams in Chile
Fake micro-task job schemes recruit Chileans via WhatsApp with promises of easy income for simple online tasks, then trap them in a deposit loop.
CountryFake Online Stores in Chile
Fraudulent e-commerce sites impersonate popular Chilean retailers or offer deep discounts, collecting payment then delivering nothing or counterfeit goods.
CountryAdvance-Fee Scams in Chile
Classic advance-fee fraud reaches Chilean victims through email, WhatsApp, and social media, promising inheritances, prizes, or business deals contingent on an upfront payment.
CountryFake Police Scams in Chile
Fraudsters impersonating Carabineros or PDI officers threaten Chileans with arrest unless they pay fines immediately via bank transfer or crypto.
CountryPig-Butchering Scams in Jordan
Crypto romance-investment scams reach Jordanians via WhatsApp and Instagram, with scammers posing as Gulf-based investors or overseas Jordanians to build trust.
CountryInvestment Scams in Jordan
Fraudulent investment schemes in Jordan exploit limited financial literacy and a desire for dollar-denominated returns, often channelled through unregulated entities.
CountryFake Trading Platforms in Jordan
Fraudulent forex and crypto trading platforms targeting Jordanians use Arabic-language interfaces and Gulf broker branding to appear legitimate.
CountryRomance Blackmail Scams in Jordan
Sextortion scams in Jordan exploit social stigma around intimate content, making victims particularly reluctant to report and more likely to pay repeated demands.
CountryFake Recruiter Scams in Jordan
Fraudulent job offers targeting unemployed Jordanians promise Gulf employment or remote work, collecting visa fees and recruitment deposits then disappearing.
CountryWhatsApp Job Scams in Jordan
Fraudulent work-from-home offers reach Jordanians via WhatsApp, promising easy income for simple tasks before trapping victims in a deposit cycle.
CountrySIM Swap Scams in Jordan
SIM swap fraud in Jordan targets mobile banking users by porting victim numbers to scammer-controlled SIMs, bypassing SMS-based two-factor authentication.
CountryFake Tax Office Scams in Jordan
Fraudsters impersonating the Income and Sales Tax Department (ISTD) of Jordan threaten individuals and businesses with audits or penalties unless immediate payment is made.
CountryCrypto Scams in Jordan
Cryptocurrency fraud in Jordan exploits the absence of a regulatory framework, targeting Jordanians through fake exchanges, pump-and-dump Telegram groups, and phishing attacks.
CountryPig-Butchering Scams in China
China is simultaneously a major origin country and a victim country for pig-butchering scams, with Chinese nationals targeted on WeChat and domestic platforms by criminal groups operating from Myanmar and Cambodia.
CountryInvestment Scams in China
Fraudulent investment schemes in China exploit retail investor enthusiasm for stock markets and wealth management products, operating through unlicensed apps and social media.
CountryTask Scams in China
Brush-order scams (shua dan) defraud Chinese workers by promising pay for fake e-commerce reviews before trapping them in a deposit cycle.
CountryFake Trading Platforms in China
Fraudulent forex and crypto trading platforms target Chinese investors by mimicking regulated brokers and exploiting the lack of domestic crypto trading infrastructure.
CountryRomance Blackmail Scams in China
Sextortion and 'honey trap' schemes target Chinese men via dating apps and WeChat, threatening to share intimate content with family and employers unless payment is made.
CountryFake Charity Scams in China
Fraudulent fundraising in China exploits WeChat Moments and short-video platforms to collect donations for fabricated medical emergencies or disaster relief causes.
CountryFake Recruiter Scams in China
Fraudulent overseas job offers target Chinese job-seekers via WeChat and Zhaopin, promising high-paying positions in Southeast Asia that are often forced labour operations or pig-butchering scam compounds.
CountryAdvance-Fee Scams in China
Advance-fee fraud targeting Chinese consumers appears as prize notifications, government refunds, or overseas business opportunities delivered via WeChat and email.
CountryPig-Butchering Scams in Peru
Romance-investment crypto scams target Peruvians via WhatsApp and Facebook, posing as overseas Peruvians or Asian investors to build trust before introducing fake trading platforms.
CountryInvestment Scams in Peru
Ponzi schemes and high-yield investment fraud target Peruvians through social networks and church communities, promising above-market returns in soles or dollars.
CountryFake Online Stores in Peru
Fraudulent e-commerce sites impersonating Peruvian retailers or Mercado Libre defraud Peruvian buyers who transfer soles via Yape or Plin and receive nothing.
CountryAdvance-Fee Scams in Peru
Classic advance-fee fraud targets Peruvians via WhatsApp and email with promises of prize winnings, government benefit payments, or business contracts requiring an upfront fee.
CountryFake Police Scams in Peru
Scammers impersonating PNP officers or judges contact Peruvians demanding immediate payments to avoid arrest warrants, often targeting the elderly.
CountryRomance Blackmail Scams in Peru
Sextortion targeting Peruvians via Facebook and WhatsApp exploits social shame and family reputation concerns, with payment collected through Yape or Western Union.
CountrySIM Swap Scams in Peru
SIM swap fraud in Peru exploits weaknesses in Claro, Movistar, and Entel carrier verification to seize Yape and BCP mobile banking accounts via stolen OTPs.
CountryFake Delivery Text Scams in Peru
Fraudulent SMS and WhatsApp messages impersonating Olva Courier, DHL Peru, or Mercado Libre deliveries trick Peruvians into phishing pages collecting card details.
CountryFake SUNAT Scams in Peru
Fraudsters impersonating SUNAT (Peru's tax authority) demand immediate payment via Yape or threaten businesses with account freezes and legal proceedings.
CountryPig-Butchering Scams in Iceland
Romance-crypto investment scams reach Icelanders via Instagram and Tinder, exploiting high incomes and limited awareness of crypto fraud to extract large amounts in ISK converted to USDT.
CountryInvestment Scams in Iceland
Fraudulent investment schemes target Iceland's financially confident population with fake high-yield products and unlicensed operators impersonating EEA-regulated brokers.
CountryFake Trading Platforms in Iceland
Fraudulent forex and crypto platforms target Icelanders via paid search advertising, using English or Icelandic interfaces and fabricated FME or FCA licence numbers.
CountryFake Online Stores in Iceland
Counterfeit e-commerce sites targeting Icelandic consumers impersonate local retailers or operate as fictitious stores, collecting ISK via card or bank transfer then delivering nothing.
CountryAdvance-Fee Scams in Iceland
Classic advance-fee fraud reaches Icelanders via email and social media in English, with promises of lottery winnings or inheritance proceeds requiring upfront fees.
CountryRomance Blackmail Scams in Iceland
Sextortion targeting Icelanders operates via Tinder and Instagram, with payment demands in EUR or crypto exploiting privacy concerns in a small, close-knit community.
CountryFake Recruiter Scams in Iceland
Fraudulent job offers targeting Icelanders or foreign workers in Iceland promise high-paying positions but collect visa fees or equipment deposits then disappear.
CountrySIM Swap Scams in Iceland
SIM swap attacks targeting Icelanders exploit weaknesses in Síminn and Nova carrier authentication to seize online banking and payment accounts via stolen OTPs.
CountryFake Booking Site Scams in Iceland
Fraudulent travel booking sites targeting Iceland's booming tourism sector collect prepayments from tourists via card or bank transfer for accommodation and tours that do not exist.
CountryPig-Butchering Scams in Bulgaria
Romance-crypto investment scams target Bulgarians via Viber and Facebook, with victims channelling leva or euro to fake platforms through Bulgarian banks or local crypto exchanges.
CountryInvestment Scams in Bulgaria
Fraudulent investment schemes exploit Bulgarian retail investors with unlicensed platforms, fake EU regulatory labels, and celebrity endorsements on Bulgarian news and social media.
CountryFake Trading Platforms in Bulgaria
Fraudulent Bulgarian-language trading platforms target local investors while Bulgarian-operated platforms simultaneously victimise EU citizens across Europe.
CountryRomance Blackmail Scams in Bulgaria
Sextortion operations target Bulgarian men and women via dating sites and Facebook, with payment collected through wire transfer or crypto to avoid tracing.
CountryFake Online Stores in Bulgaria
Fraudulent Bulgarian-language e-commerce sites collect leva via bank transfer or nalichni (cash on delivery) then deliver nothing or counterfeit goods.
CountryAdvance-Fee Scams in Bulgaria
Advance-fee fraud reaches Bulgarians through email and Viber, exploiting promises of prize winnings, EU grant funding, or inheritance proceeds requiring a processing fee.
CountryTask Scams in Bulgaria
Fake online task jobs target Bulgarians via Viber and Telegram with promises of easy leva income before entrapping them in a deposit cycle.
CountryFake Police Scams in Bulgaria
Fraudsters impersonating Bulgarian National Police (МВР) or prosecutors threaten Bulgarians with arrest unless they immediately pay fines via bank transfer or Bitcoin ATM.
CountryFake Tax Office Scams in Bulgaria
Fraudsters impersonating Bulgaria's National Revenue Agency (NRA/НАП) threaten businesses and individuals with immediate penalties unless payment is made via bank transfer or Bitcoin ATM.
CountryPig-Butchering Scams in Costa Rica
Romance-crypto investment scams target Costa Ricans via WhatsApp and Instagram, exploiting the country's growing crypto adoption and limited regulatory oversight.
CountryInvestment Scams in Costa Rica
Fraudulent investment schemes exploit Costa Rica's growing investor class with pyramid-structure clubs, fake real estate crowdfunding, and unlicensed forex operators.
CountryTask Scams in Costa Rica
Fake micro-task jobs reaching Costa Ricans via WhatsApp promise easy colone income for online tasks before trapping victims in a SINPE Móvil deposit cycle.
CountryFake Online Stores in Costa Rica
Fraudulent e-commerce operations target Costa Rican shoppers on Facebook Marketplace and Instagram, collecting SINPE Móvil payments then delivering nothing.
CountryRental Listing Scams in Costa Rica
Fraudulent vacation and long-term rental listings target both tourists and Costa Rican residents, collecting deposits via SINPE Móvil or wire transfer for properties that are unavailable or non-existent.
CountryAdvance-Fee Scams in Costa Rica
Advance-fee fraud targeting Costa Ricans arrives via WhatsApp and email with fake government benefit notifications, lottery winnings, and business partnership offers requiring upfront fees.
CountryRomance Blackmail Scams in Costa Rica
Sextortion scams target Costa Ricans on Tinder and Instagram, using SINPE Móvil payment demands to exploit the speed and irreversibility of instant transfers.
CountryFake Booking Site Scams in Costa Rica
Fraudulent travel booking sites impersonating Booking.com or creating entirely fictitious Costa Rica tourism portals collect advance payments for tours and accommodation that do not exist.
CountryFake Police Scams in Costa Rica
Fraudsters impersonating OIJ investigators or Fuerza Pública officers call Costa Ricans demanding immediate payments to avoid arrest warrants or resolve alleged family emergencies.
CountryPig-Butchering Scams in Lebanon
Pig-butchering romance-investment scams target Lebanese via WhatsApp by posing as Lebanese diaspora in the Gulf or Europe, exploiting economic desperation and crypto's popularity as a dollar substitute.
CountryInvestment Scams in Lebanon
Fraudulent investment schemes exploit Lebanon's financial crisis, targeting citizens desperate to access frozen savings or rebuild wealth through foreign or crypto investment promises.
CountryFake Trading Platforms in Lebanon
Fraudulent trading platforms target Lebanese investors by offering dollar-denominated accounts outside Lebanon's banking system, exploiting the country's financial crisis.
CountryRomance Blackmail Scams in Lebanon
Sextortion in Lebanon carries heightened social and reputational risk given conservative community norms, with fraudsters targeting both Lebanese residents and diaspora members via WhatsApp and Instagram.
CountryAdvance-Fee Scams in Lebanon
Advance-fee fraud in Lebanon preys on residents seeking financial relief, with scammers posing as NGO representatives, diaspora benefactors, or foreign business partners offering funds that require advance payments.
CountryFake Recruiter Scams in Lebanon
Fraudulent job offers targeting Lebanon's high-unemployment population promise Gulf or European positions, collecting visa fees and documentation charges that are never refunded.
CountryTask Scams in Lebanon
Fake micro-task jobs target Lebanese job-seekers via WhatsApp with promises of dollar income for simple online tasks, before trapping victims in a USDT deposit cycle.
CountrySIM Swap Scams in Lebanon
SIM swap fraud targets Lebanese WhatsApp accounts and any remaining mobile banking functionality, exploiting weaknesses in Alfa and touch carrier authentication.
CountryFake Delivery Text Scams in Lebanon
Fraudulent WhatsApp and SMS messages impersonating Lebanese courier services or international carriers collect cash or USDT to release parcels that never exist.
CountryPig-Butchering Scams in Myanmar
Myanmar hosts large scam-compound complexes where trafficked workers are forced to run pig-butchering operations targeting victims worldwide.
CountryFake Recruiters Targeting People in Myanmar
Fraudulent job offers lure people in Myanmar into scam-compound compounds under the guise of lucrative overseas employment.
CountryTask Scams in Myanmar
Task-based fraud originating from Myanmar compounds targets online workers globally with fake micro-job platforms that trap victims in endless deposit cycles.
CountryRomance Blackmail Scams Linked to Myanmar
Myanmar-based compound operators run romance blackmail operations that coerce victims into paying to suppress intimate images or compromising information.
CountryInvestment Scams in Luxembourg
Fraudsters exploit Luxembourg's reputation as a leading EU financial centre to lend false credibility to bogus investment schemes targeting residents and international clients.
CountryCrypto Scams in Luxembourg
Cryptocurrency fraud in Luxembourg ranges from fake exchange platforms invoking the country's financial prestige to social-media pump-and-dump schemes targeting tech-savvy residents.
CountryFake Tax Office Scams in Luxembourg
Fraudsters impersonate Luxembourg's Administration des contributions directes and TVA offices to extract payments or personal data from residents and cross-border workers.
CountryAdvance-Fee Scams in Luxembourg
Advance-fee fraud in Luxembourg often masquerades as EU grant disbursements, inheritance windfalls, or investment-fund payouts to exploit the country's financial cachet.
CountryFake Trading Platforms in Cyprus
Cyprus has historically been a registration hub for unregulated or minimally regulated online brokers that defraud retail investors across Europe and beyond.
CountryRental Listing Scams in Cyprus
Fraudulent rental advertisements on popular property portals target international buyers and short-term tenants seeking property in Cyprus's competitive real-estate market.