Fake App Store Review Request DM Scam Examples
Direct messages offer payment for leaving app store reviews, leading targets through a fake task platform that demands crypto deposits to unlock promised earnings.
Last reviewed: 1 June 2026
Sanitized example messages
Illustrative, sanitized examples. Personal details are replaced with placeholders such as [phone number] and [fake link].
Hi! I work for a digital marketing agency. We pay [amount] per review for app ratings on the App Store and Google Play. Interested? I can add you to our team today.
We're looking for part-time app reviewers. Earn [amount] per task — takes only 5 minutes. Click to join our reviewer group: [link]
Hello, our company needs genuine app reviews. You'll complete simple tasks and earn commissions. First task pays [amount]. Join our platform: [link]
What the scammer wants
To sign you up to a fake task platform that shows accumulating earnings but requires a cryptocurrency deposit to 'activate' withdrawal, resulting in total loss.
Red flags in the message
- Unsolicited DM offering payment for app reviews
- Earning balance visible in an app but requiring a deposit to withdraw
- Escalating deposit requirements each time you try to cash out
- Platform only reachable via a link in the DM, not an official store listing
- Recruiter profile created recently with few followers
A safe response
Ignore and delete the message. Legitimate app review work does not pay via private DM offers, and no genuine employer requires a deposit to release your earnings.
What not to send
- Cryptocurrency
- Bank details or card numbers
- Personal identification documents
What to do if you already replied
- Stop making any further deposits immediately
- Report the account to the platform where you were contacted
- Report to Action Fraud and your bank if any money was transferred
Evidence to preserve
- Screenshot the full message or call details
- Note the sender number, email, or profile
- Save any links (without clicking) and payment details
- Record dates and times