Romance and sextortion scams on social media
On Instagram, Facebook or YouTube the scam can be an ad, a direct message, a giveaway or a "trader" who shows profits.
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Check before you act
- A stranger moves the chat to WhatsApp or Telegram.
- A prize needs a payment or a code first.
- The profile is new, or the followers are bots.
- The offer is far better than any normal shop or job.
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