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How do you know if someone is scamming u?
It might be a scam if:
- it seems too good to be true – for example, a holiday that’s much cheaper than you’d expect.
- someone you don’t know contacts you unexpectedly.
- you suspect you’re not dealing with a real company – for example, if there’s no postal address.
- you’ve been asked to transfer money quickly.
What are the newest scams?
The Latest Scams You Need to Be Aware of in 2021
- Coronavirus, Vaccine and Government Program Scams.
- Phone-Related Scams.
- Cryptocurrency Scams.
- Romance Scams.
- Online Purchase Scams.
- Employment Scams.
- Travel Scams.
- Basic Steps to Avoid Getting Scammed.
What are fake emails?
Scammers use email or text messages to trick you into giving them your personal information. They may try to steal your passwords, account numbers, or Social Security numbers. Scammers often update their tactics, but there are some signs that will help you recognize a phishing email or text message.
Which phone numbers are scams?
To avoid being ripped off in this way, you should firstly never use numbers beginning with 084, 087, 090, 091 or 098 when calling government advice lines. No official government service would ever use an 084, 087, 090, 091 or 098 number to deliver a legitimate government service.
Why is scamming so popular in Ghana?
Scamming has become quite popular amongst Ghanaian youth especially since the unemployment rate in the country is ever high To make ends meet, young Ghanaian men and women are turning to the internet to find potential victims to scam.
Are there any Ghanaian men looking for divorced and widowed women?
There are plenty of young Ghanaian men and women who spend their days on Facebook and dating sites looking for divorced and widowed women and men on the other side of the world who they can scam. In this article, we’ll take a deeper look at Ghana romance scams, why they happen, and what to look out for.
Can a Ghanaian claim to be a clearing house bank?
A Ghanaian residing in the U.S., London or other foreign venue may claim to be a clearing house bank for the Central Bank of Ghana; Offices in legitimate government buildings may even be used by impostors posing as the real occupants or officials.
Are teenage boys in Ghana looking for Love?
When you walk into any internet Cafe in Ghana, you will likely find it full of teenage boys or young men in front of each screen, logged into various dating sites under multiple fake profiles. These teenagers, also referred to as ‘browsers’ or ‘cafe boys’ in Ghana, are not interested in finding love at all.