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Feb 2, 2023 · If the sender uses a free webmail account, then the survey is likely to be a scam. Also, take the following steps to stay safe and secure: Don’t blindly trust survey offers , even if sent from a ...
- Costco text or letter survey scams. Costco survey scams offer between $50 and $500 in exchange for consumer input. Scammers share fake surveys via social media posts, texts, WhatsApp messages, emails, and even physical mail.
- Fake Walmart refund survey. In a recent scam, fraudsters create fake Facebook profiles to publicize an alleged Walmart refund. These posts claim that shoppers who made a Walmart purchase in 2022 are entitled to $500 due to a lawsuit [*].
- Lowe’s scam survey. Lately, scammers have posed as the Lowe’s marketing team, offering a “free” Kobalt tool set to people who fill out a 30-second questionnaire.
- Post-vaccine survey scams. In February 2023, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) warned the public about new telemarketing, SMS, social media, and in-person fraud schemes related to coronavirus [*].
Oct 12, 2022 · 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 ...
Sep 18, 2024 · An email that appears to come from AAA promises members a free emergency kit if you fill out a short survey. One many explains what happened when the tried it. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays
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Oct 4, 2022 · Watch for survey questions or gifts that don’t match the business the survey is from. If the survey claims to come from a grocery store chain but mentions a “free gift” of clothing and jewelry, that’s a red flag. Scammers like to mix and match brands, images and survey language from multiple companies. Watch for limited-time offers.
Look for a too-good-to-be-true reward. If a survey offers you a $100 gift card or a 90% discount for answering three quick questions, it’s probably a scam. The survey heavily promotes the chance ...
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Dec 21, 2022 · While online survey scams and ad fraud detection isn’t always easy to navigate, there are signs to look for. By taking a moment to pause and do your homework you can avoid potential scams and keep your data (and brand) safe. Get a broader understanding of ad fraud in lead generation and refer to Anura's free resource, the Lead Generation 101 ...
