Viber Scams
Scams on Viber — unsolicited messages, fake prizes, and investment fraud.
Last reviewed: 1 June 2026
Viber is widely used across Eastern Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, making it an attractive channel for scammers targeting those communities. Fraudulent business accounts, unsolicited group invitations, and investment pitches arrive via a platform that many users associate with trusted personal contacts.
This guide covers the scam types most frequently reported on Viber, the warning signs, and the steps to protect your account.
Common scams on Viber
Unsolicited investment offers
Messages from unknown numbers or groups promote forex, crypto, or stock trading platforms promising high returns.
Lottery and prize notifications
A message claims the user has won a prize that requires a fee or personal details to release.
Fake business accounts
Accounts mimicking banks or retailers send phishing links or request account verification.
Romance and relationship scams
A new contact builds rapport before introducing financial requests or investment opportunities.
Common red flags
- Messages from unknown numbers about prizes, windfalls, or investment returns
- Invitations to join groups focused on trading or investment
- Links asking you to log in to a bank or service account
- Contacts who build a relationship quickly then ask for money
- Requests to move a conversation to a different app
How to protect yourself
- Enable Viber's hidden number feature to limit who can message you
- Do not join groups from unknown senders
- Never click links in messages from contacts you cannot verify
- Report and block any number sending unsolicited financial offers
- Verify prize notifications by contacting the supposed organisation directly
How to report it
- Block and report the contact using the in-chat options in Viber
- Submit a report at viber.com/report
- Contact your national fraud authority if money or personal data was shared
Frequently asked questions
Can I stop scammers from adding me to Viber groups?
Yes. Go to Settings > Privacy and change 'Who can add me to groups' to 'My contacts only'. This prevents unknown numbers from pulling you into scam-operated groups.