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  1. Oct 5, 2024 · Report fake messages – Alert Facebook to make others aware of new scams; Never rush or panic – Scammers want you to act fast without thinking; Stay vigilant and use common sense when interacting with messages that seem off. Don’t let scammers rush you into making mistakes. Frequently Asked Questions About the Facebook Page Deletion Scam

  2. 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 business accounts.

    • Fake Friend Requests. The fake friend request scam involves receiving friend requests from strangers, often using photos of attractive people.
    • Like-Farming Pages. Like-farming scams involve pages promising rewards or prizes in exchange for liking, sharing, and engaging with their content.
    • Fake News and Hoaxes. Fake news and hoaxes on Facebook refer to false stories or claims spread while posing as legitimate news. Scammers and dubious websites publish sensationalized or completely fabricated content to profit from engagement and clicks.
    • Facebook Charity Scams. Facebook charity scams involve fake fundraisers claiming to raise money for sick individuals or good causes. Scammers create compelling stories to exploit people’s generosity.
  3. Scammers target people to trick them into giving away money or sensitive information. Think of emails that offer a quick-and-easy investment scheme or an urgent text message from someone claiming to be a friend in need, or a phishing email claiming to come from Meta to alert you of issues with your account and asking you to immediately click on a link to learn more.

  4. Aug 4, 2023 · In reality, these lead to fraudulent pages unrelated to Facebook. 3. The fake confirmation page. Upon clicking the link, you are directed to a web page mimicking Facebook’s design. The site asks you to login to ‘Confirm your Account’ and avoid disablement. The page appears legitimate with Facebook branding and web address.

  5. Mar 31, 2021 · 2. The link leads to a Facebook note page entitled “Appeal a Page Policy Violation.” On this page, some details of the “case” are shown, and this note prompts users to file complaints through another link. The link seems legitimate and leads to a web page that looks like a real Facebook page. (It’s, indeed, a fake one!)

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  7. Aug 16, 2023 · The latest social media scam is yet another phishing scheme designed to scare Facebook users out of their login credentials. Here’s how you can spot the scam and protect your account from hackers.

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