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     A new scam is making the rounds on Facebook. How to spot it: VERIFY

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2. www.facebook.com › help › 225602007465207I got a suspicious email or message claiming it's from Facebook

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   Here are some ways to check if an email is really from Facebook. If an email or Facebook message looks strange, don't open it or any attachments. Instead, report it to phish@fb.com or through the report links that appear throughout Facebook. If you’re a business, go to Business Support Home to help verify if there are any issues with your ...

   • Avoiding scams on Facebook

     More on common scams below. To start, here are three simple...

3. www.facebook.com › help › 1674717642789671Avoiding scams on Facebook | Facebook Help Center

   www.facebook.com › help › 1674717642789671

   More on common scams below. To start, here are three simple rulesto help you protect yourself when encounter a scam: Slow down: Scammers often try to create a sense of urgency or threaten you with losing your account or other action. Take time to ask questions and think it through. Spot check: Scammers often mention a problem to encourage you ...

4. www.meta.com › help › policiesHow to avoid scams and phishing attempts - Meta

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   Look out for suspicious emails or messages. Don't trust messages demanding money, offering gifts or threatening to delete or ban your account. Don't click suspicious links. If you get a suspicious email or message claiming to be from Meta, don't click any links or attachments. Don't respond to these emails.

5. www.wcnc.com › article › newsThere's a new Facebook scam. Here's how to spot it. | wcnc.com

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   Aug 15, 2023 · A new scam is making the rounds on Facebook. How to spot it: VERIFY. Users reported receiving a strange message that appears to be from Facebook threatening to disable their accounts if they don't ...

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6. malwaretips.com › blogs › how-to-recognise-and-avoidHow to Recognise and Avoid Facebook Phishing Scams

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   Jul 16, 2023 · Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of how a typical Facebook phishing scam works: The scammer creates a fake Facebook login page that closely resembles the legitimate login page. The scammer then sends out phishing messages or posts on Facebook, enticing users to click on a link. When users click on the link, they are redirected to the fake ...

7. www.facebook.com › help › phishingProtect yourself from phishing on Facebook | Facebook Help Center

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   Tips to avoid phishing attacks on your Facebook account. Don’t click on links or open attachments from unknown sources. Avoid clicking on links within any unsolicited messages, whether it's email, Messenger, or text, even if they appear to be from Facebook. Always be cautious and avoid opening attachments from unfamiliar businesses or ...

8. People also ask

   How do I know if an email is a scam?

   • Spot-check. Scammers often try to get people to act quickly. If you get a suspicious email or message claiming to be from Meta or other legitimate companies and institutions, verify the sender and don't click any links or attachments. You can verify if an email comes from Meta in your settings on Facebook and Instagram.

   Safety Center - Tips To Avoid Phishing & Scams | Meta

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   How do I spot a Facebook scam?

   • To spot these scams you can scan this post for any spelling or grammar errors, which are big red flags if you spot them. Also, just taking a look at the link, you can see if it doesn't have words saying Facebook or is parent company, Meta, in it. "That won't take any time at all," Bartholomy said.

   There's a new Facebook scam. Here's how to spot it. | wcnc.com

   www.wcnc.com/article/news/verify/verify-facebook-scam-warning-red-flags-to-avoid-becoming-victim/275-0cff86b5-a453-45a9-8cd2-02308bd51074

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   What information does Facebook ask a scammer?

   • Scammers often request unusual information or actions that Facebook would not typically ask for. For example, they may ask for your credit card details, social security number, or other personal information. Facebook will never ask for such sensitive information through messages or emails.

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   How do I report a phishing scam to Facebook?

   • Report the phishing scam to Facebook by using the “Report” feature available on the platform. This will help Facebook take appropriate action against the scammer and prevent them from targeting other users. 5. Scan for Viruses and Malware

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   What should you do if you get a suspicious message from Facebook?

   • Facebook's help center says users should always be leery of messages from unknown users. "If you get a suspicious email or text or social media message claiming to be from Facebook, don't click any links or attachments," the company said. "First, check in your Facebook settings whether it came from Facebook."

   There's a new Facebook scam. Here's how to spot it. | wcnc.com

   www.wcnc.com/article/news/verify/verify-facebook-scam-warning-red-flags-to-avoid-becoming-victim/275-0cff86b5-a453-45a9-8cd2-02308bd51074

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   How do I stop a scammer from accessing my Facebook account?

   • As soon as you realize you have been scammed, change your Facebook password immediately. This will prevent the scammer from accessing your account further. Choose a strong, unique password that includes a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters. 2. Enable Two-Factor Authentication

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9. about.meta.com › actions › safetySafety Center - Tips To Avoid Phishing & Scams | Meta

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   Spot-check. Scammers often try to get people to act quickly. If you get a suspicious email or message claiming to be from Meta or other legitimate companies and institutions, verify the sender and don't click any links or attachments. You can verify if an email comes from Meta in your settings on Facebook and Instagram.