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     • Not all social media quizzes are data collection scams; however, BBB cautions users to be careful about what they share online and to check the privacy settings on the account. Social media data and quiz answers can be used to steal identity or enable a scammer to impersonate you to your friends and family.
     www.bbb.org/article/scams/16992-bbb-scam-alert-bored-think-before-taking-that-facebook-quiz

     BBB Scam Alert: Bored? Think before taking that Facebook quiz

2. www.facebook.com › help › 576283052424507How to know if an email asking me to participate in a survey ...

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   To complete this survey, you may need to log into Facebook, but we will never ask you to send us your password in an email or message. You can always forward suspicious emails to phish@fb.com if you want to let us know about any suspicious messages you receive claiming to be from Facebook or Meta.

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

   www.facebook.com › help › 225602007465207

   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.

4. www.facebook.com › help › facebooksurveyHow to know if an email asking me to participate in a survey ...

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   You can always forward suspicious emails to phish@fb.com if you want to let us know about any suspicious messages you receive claiming to be from Facebook or Meta. Facebook will occasionally send out surveys using services such as Qualtrics and YouGov.

5. www.consumeraffairs.com › news › is-that-survey-fromIs that survey from a real company or a scammer?

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   Oct 12, 2022 · Many fake surveys show up on social media. In August, we reported that scammers were creating pages on Facebook under the names “Target Fans” and “Walmart Fans,” promising consumers free ...

6. malwaretips.com › blogs › facebook-scamsTop 10 Facebook Scams Spreading Now and How to Avoid Them

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   • 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.

7. www.bbb.org › all › spot-a-scamBBB Tip: Learn the signs of a fake survey

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   Learn more about a survey scam with a COVID-19 twist and truth behind Facebook quizzes. Read the BBB Tip: Smart Online Shopping and visit BBB.org/ScamTips to stay alert to new and commonly...

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   Are fake surveys a scam?

   • These may seem like minor scams but fake surveys can also lead to more significant losses. An email survey may include a link that offers a free product or a prize of some sort. However, clicking the link downloads malware -- even ransomware -- on the victim’s device. Many fake surveys show up on social media.

   Is that survey from a real company or a scammer? - ConsumerAffairs

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   Do fake surveys show up on social media?

   • Many fake surveys show up on social media. In August, we reported that scammers were creating pages on Facebook under the names “Target Fans” and “Walmart Fans,” promising consumers free refrigerators and ovens after completing a fake survey.

   Is that survey from a real company or a scammer? - ConsumerAffairs

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   Is Facebook Live a scam?

   • Real brands and celebrities announce giveaways directly through their official pages and channels. If you engaged with a Facebook Live scam and shared any sensitive information, take these actions right away: Report the video and any associated pages or websites to Facebook as a scam. Provide details on how the offers were misleading or suspicious.

   Top 10 Facebook Scams Spreading Now and How to Avoid Them

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   Are surveys a scam?

   • That’s why many send out surveys after every customer interaction. These surveys are perfectly legitimate and may help the company improve customer relations, but not all surveys are on the up and up. Now that consumers are accustomed to giving their opinions, scammers have revived a scam from years ago – the survey scam.

   Is that survey from a real company or a scammer? - ConsumerAffairs

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   What are Facebook scams?

   • Facebook scams are schemes that exploit their victims through Facebook posts, chats, and comments or by using the platform’s features (for example, Facebook Marketplace scams).

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   How to avoid Facebook scams?

   • Seeking official information from reputable sources remains the most reliable method to avoid falling victim. With scam awareness and vigilance around your personal data and money, Facebook can remain an entertaining platform to connect without putting your security at risk. Use a good antivirus and keep it up-to-date.

   Top 10 Facebook Scams Spreading Now and How to Avoid Them

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9. nordvpn.com › blog › facebook-scams20 Facebook scams you should be aware of - NordVPN

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   Jun 17, 2024 · How does a Facebook scam work? Depending on the tactics used, Facebook scams can operate in various ways. However, the key similarity in all cases is that every type of Facebook scam requires engagement from the user. Scammers may ask victims to transfer money, click on a link, or complete a survey.