SCAMMERDETECT

Platform Scam Guides

How scammers operate on popular platforms — and how to protect yourself.

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AliExpress Scams: How to Shop Safely and Avoid Fraud

Is AliExpress legit? Learn about common AliExpress scams including fake stores, bait-and-switch, non-delivery, and review fraud. Plus tips to shop safely.

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Amazon Scam Emails: How to Spot Fakes and Protect Your Account

Amazon accounts for 80% of phishing attacks impersonating major brands. Learn to identify fake Amazon emails, current campaigns, and how to stay safe.

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Coinbase Scam Emails: How to Spot Phishing and Stay Safe

Learn how to identify Coinbase phishing emails, what legitimate Coinbase emails look like, and what to do if you clicked a scam link. Updated for 2026.

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Country Code +44 Scams: Why UK Numbers Are Used for Fraud

Getting scam calls from +44 UK numbers? Learn why scammers spoof British phone numbers, common scam types, how to block them, and other suspicious codes.

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Facebook Marketplace Scams: How to Buy and Sell Safely in 2026

Over 62% of users encounter scams on Facebook Marketplace. Learn the most common fraud tactics and how to protect yourself when buying or selling.

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Google Play Scams: Fake Apps, Gift Card Fraud & Phishing Emails

How scammers exploit Google Play with fake apps, gift card payment fraud, and phishing emails. Learn to spot and avoid Google Play scams.

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Instagram Scams: How to Spot Fake Accounts & Protect Yourself

Complete guide to Instagram scams including fake giveaways, influencer impersonation, crypto DMs, romance fraud, and fake shopping. Stay safe on IG.

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PayPal Scams: How to Spot Fake Emails and Protect Your Account

Learn how to identify common PayPal scams including phishing emails, overpayment fraud, and invoice tricks. Protect your money with our 2026 guide.

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Signal App Scams: How Scammers Exploit Encrypted Messaging

Learn how scammers exploit Signal's privacy features for fraud. Covers wrong number scams, pig butchering, investment fraud, and how to stay safe.

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Telegram Scams: How to Spot and Avoid Them (2026 Guide)

Complete guide to Telegram scams including fake investment groups, impersonation bots, crypto fraud, and romance scams. Learn how to protect yourself.

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WhatsApp Scams: How to Spot Fake Messages and Protect Your Account

WhatsApp removed 6.8 million scam accounts in early 2025. Learn how to identify hijacking attempts, wrong number tricks, and crypto group scams.

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Zelle Scams: Why Scammers Love Zelle and How to Protect Yourself

Americans lost $374M to Zelle scams in 9 months. Learn why Zelle is a scammer's favorite payment method, common fraud types, and your recovery options.