{"id":98510,"date":"2026-07-27T15:49:01","date_gmt":"2026-07-27T19:49:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/?post_type=rbc_my_money_matter&#038;p=98510"},"modified":"2026-07-27T16:22:07","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T20:22:07","slug":"spotting-scams-social-media-scams","status":"publish","type":"rbc_my_money_matter","link":"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/money-academy\/cyber-security\/understanding-cyber-security\/spotting-scams-social-media-scams\/","title":{"rendered":"Spotting Scams: Social Media Scams"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-rbc-section-block  pos-rel\" style=\"border-radius:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-section-inner-block  section-inner\" style=\"border-radius:0x\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-block drop-shadow pos-rel top-line-blue block-wpr\">\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-block-inner-block block-inner\">\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tldr\">TLDR<\/h4>\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\r\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Social media scams use fake profiles, messages and ads to get you to share personal information, send money or click an unsafe link.<\/p><\/li>\r\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most common scams include investment, romance, online shopping, giveaway and job scams.<\/p><\/li>\r\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers make their stories more convincing by gathering details from public profiles and creating fake reviews and endorsements.<\/p><\/li>\r\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knowing the red flags \u2013 and what to do if you spot one \u2013 goes a long way toward keeping you and your accounts safe.<\/p><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div><\/div><br>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Year-round, social media is a favourite hunting ground for scammers. In their social media scams, they entice users into sharing personal information, sending money or clicking malicious links over well-known and widely used social media platforms. They may pose as a trusted brand and offer enticing prizes or target emotions (fear or excitement), luring people through fake profiles, phishing messages or fraudulent ads. The good news is, once you know what to look for, these scams get a lot easier to spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-common-social-media-scams\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common social media scams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Social media scams come in many forms, but a few show up again and again:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-investment-scam\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Investment Scam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-cool-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"285\" width=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Investment-Scam_EN.png?quality=80&amp;w=300\" alt=\"This scam text invites the victim to join a high return, zero risk cryptocurrency fund. To secure their spot, the victim must send $5000 via the provided link.\" class=\"wp-image-98537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Investment-Scam_EN.png 581w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Investment-Scam_EN.png?resize=300,285 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-text-reg-font-size is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<table class=\"table-swipe wp-block-rbc-responsive-table-block\">\r\n<thead><tr><th scope=\"col\" style=\"width: 50%\">Description<\/th><th scope=\"col\" style=\"width: 50%\">Red Flags<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The pitch may come from an authentic-looking profile or a \u201cfriend\u201d in a group, where you\u2019re promised high returns with little or no risk.<\/p><\/td>\r\n<td><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scammer will:<\/p>\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Guarantee returns or no risk.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pressure you to act quickly.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Request to keep the opportunity a secret.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask for money upfront to secure the investment.<\/p><\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-romance-scam\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Romance Scam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-cool-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"300\" width=\"295\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Romance-Scam_EN.png?quality=80&amp;w=295\" alt=\"This scam text asks the victim to send their romantic partner $2500 to cover their prescription costs. The scammer promises to reimburse the victim.\" class=\"wp-image-98538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Romance-Scam_EN.png 580w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Romance-Scam_EN.png?resize=295,300 295w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 295px) 100vw, 295px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-text-reg-font-size is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<table class=\"table-swipe wp-block-rbc-responsive-table-block\">\r\n<thead><tr><th scope=\"col\" style=\"width: 50%\">Description<\/th><th scope=\"col\" style=\"width: 50%\">Red Flags<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A scammer strikes up a connection and builds trust over weeks or months. Eventually, there is a request for money \u2013 usually related to an emergency, travel costs or an investment opportunity.<\/p><\/td>\r\n<td><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scammer will:<\/p>\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Love bomb you.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have a too-good-to-be-true profile.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have a recently created profile or few friends\/followers.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avoid meeting in-person.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask you to send, receive or invest money.<\/p><\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-online-shopping-scam\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Online Shopping Scam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-cool-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"300\" width=\"296\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Online-Shopping-Scam_EN.png?quality=80&amp;w=296\" alt=\"This scam text invites the victim to purchase products at low prices during a flash sale. The victim is prompted to click on the provided link to browse the online store.\" class=\"wp-image-98539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Online-Shopping-Scam_EN.png 580w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Online-Shopping-Scam_EN.png?resize=296,300 296w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-text-reg-font-size is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<table class=\"table-swipe wp-block-rbc-responsive-table-block\">\r\n<thead><tr><th scope=\"col\" style=\"width: 50%\">Description<\/th><th scope=\"col\" style=\"width: 50%\">Red Flags<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An ad offers brand-name goods at steep discounts. You pay, but the product never arrives \u2013 or if it does, it\u2019s often counterfeit or very poor quality.<\/p><\/td>\r\n<td><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scammer will:<\/p>\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Offer unrealistically low prices or discounts.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pressure you to act quickly.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Account will have few followers.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask for payment via unusual methods (i.e. wire transfer, cryptocurrency).<\/p><\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-giveaway-and-quiz-scam\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Giveaway and Quiz Scam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-cool-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"285\" width=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Giveaway-and-Quiz-Scam_EN.png?quality=80&amp;w=300\" alt=\"This scam text invites the victim to enter a giveaway for the chance to win a free laptop. The victim must enter their information via the link provided.\" class=\"wp-image-98540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Giveaway-and-Quiz-Scam_EN.png 581w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Giveaway-and-Quiz-Scam_EN.png?resize=300,285 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-text-reg-font-size is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<table class=\"table-swipe wp-block-rbc-responsive-table-block\">\r\n<thead><tr><th scope=\"col\" style=\"width: 50%\">Description<\/th><th scope=\"col\" style=\"width: 50%\">Red Flags<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A post announces you\u2019ve won a prize, or a fun quiz asks you a string of personal questions. The aim is to collect details or to pay a fee to claim something that doesn\u2019t exist.<\/p><\/td>\r\n<td><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scammer will:<\/p>\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Too good to be true offers (i.e. unrealistic prizes with minimal effort required).<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Limited-time offers or threats of prize forfeiture.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Links to unfamiliar websites or forms asking for excessive personal\/financial information.<\/p><\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-job-scam\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Job Scam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-cool-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"285\" width=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Job-Scam_EN.png?quality=80&amp;w=300\" alt=\"This scam text offers the victim a high pay, flexible job position, with no experience required. The victim is required to send $49.99 for a background check prior to starting.\" class=\"wp-image-98541\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Job-Scam_EN.png 580w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Job-Scam_EN.png?resize=300,285 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-text-reg-font-size is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<table class=\"table-swipe wp-block-rbc-responsive-table-block\">\r\n<thead><tr><th scope=\"col\" style=\"width: 50%\">Description<\/th><th scope=\"col\" style=\"width: 50%\">Red Flags<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A too-good-to-be-true job offer arrives by direct message, sometimes asking for an upfront payment or banking information to onboard you before work begins.<\/p><\/td>\r\n<td><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scammer will:<\/p>\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact you about a job you never applied for.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Offer high pay for minimal work or no experience required.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Request payment for training, equipment or background checks.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask you to recruit others.<\/p><\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-ticket-and-event-scam\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ticket and Event Scam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-cool-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"286\" width=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Ticket-and-Event-Scam_EN.png?quality=80&amp;w=300\" alt=\"This scam text informs the victim that they have won two free tickets to a sporting event. To claim their prize, the victim must register their details via the link provided.\" class=\"wp-image-98542\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Ticket-and-Event-Scam_EN.png 580w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/07\/Ticket-and-Event-Scam_EN.png?resize=300,286 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-text-reg-font-size is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<table class=\"table-swipe wp-block-rbc-responsive-table-block\">\r\n<thead><tr><th scope=\"col\" style=\"width: 50%\">Description<\/th><th scope=\"col\" style=\"width: 50%\">Red Flags<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Big events bring a surge of fake offers. With these scams, a post or ad might promise hard-to-get tickets or steep discounts on official gear. But once you pay, what you get is fake \u2013 or nothing at all.<\/p><\/td>\r\n<td><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scammer will:<\/p>\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Too goo to be true offers<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unusual payment methods (i.e. wire transfers, gift cards, cryptocurrency).<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Limited time offers.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unofficial ticket vendor websites or private sellers.<\/p><\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-can-you-tell-what-s-real-or-fake-how-scams-look-so-convincing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can you tell what\u2019s real or fake? How scams look so convincing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some of the tactics scammers use to make social media scams look so real:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>They gather your details first<\/strong>: Scammers comb through public profiles to collect information \u2013 your name, where you live, where you work and even the teams and causes you follow. A message that mentions these kinds of details feels personal \u2013 and therefore trustworthy.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>They use what they\u2019ve learned<\/strong>: With the details in hand, they craft a story designed to draw you in and nudge you toward a quick decision before you have time to question it.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>They fake reviews and comments<\/strong>: Scammers know that many buyers look for validation before making a purchase \u2013 so they manufacture posts and testimonials that make a scam look legitimate.<\/p><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-red-flags-to-watch-for\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Red flags to watch for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whatever the scam looks like, there are common warning signs to watch for. Be cautious if someone:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sends you an unsolicited friend request or message out of the blue.<\/p><\/li>\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Presents an offer that seems too-good-to-be-true.<\/p><\/li>\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Uses urgent language or pressures you to act right away.<\/p><\/li>\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sends a suspicious link or attachment.<\/p><\/li>\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Asks for personal or financial information.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul><br>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-cool-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Here\u2019s a good rule of thumb to keep in mind:<\/strong> Legitimate brands and organizations won\u2019t ask for sensitive information or payment through an unexpected message.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-to-do-if-you-spot-a-scam\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to do if you spot a scam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If something feels off, a few simple steps can help you stay protected:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pause before you act<\/strong>: Urgency is a scammer\u2019s favourite tool. Give yourself a moment to think before clicking, replying or sending anything.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Verify independently<\/strong>: If a message claims to be from a brand or organization, reach out through their official website or app \u2013 not the link or number in the message.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Don\u2019t click links in emails or texts<\/strong>: They often lead to fake websites or install malware on your device.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Don\u2019t send your personal details<\/strong>: Avoid sharing personal information, passwords or money in response to an unexpected outreach.<\/p><\/li>\r\n    <li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Report it<\/strong>: Flag any suspicious post, profile or message to the social media platform so they can take action and help protect others.<\/p><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-if-you-ve-already-shared-details-or-sent-money\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you\u2019ve already shared details or sent money<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Worried you may have fallen for a scam? 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