In today’s age, agar aapko likha aata hai, you can make money. Many are making a good amount every month by writing for different people and companies. However, you have to be careful ki woh chor toh nahi hai, na?
Recently, a 55-year-old Thane resident became a victim of ‘like and earn’ fraud. Pehle, the scammers gave this man good money, later, they said they have some upgrade. When this man paid online for their upgrade, they hacked his bank account and robbed more than Rs. 14 lakhs!
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What is ‘like and earn’
The term ‘like and earn’ fraud typically refers to a scam where individuals are promised rewards in the form of money or other benefits. To get it, people have to like, share or comment on their social media platforms. Haqueqat mein, yeh accounts hote hi nahi hai.
Here’s how the ‘like and earn’ fraud typically works:
Tempting offers: Yeh fraud karne waale create posts or advertisements promising financial rewards, gift cards, or other incentives for liking, sharing, or commenting on their content. They declare ki jab a certain number of likes or shares ho jaayega, tab aapko woh nakadh denge, or they will give you entry into a prize draw.
Engagement manipulation
Victims are asked to like, share and/or comment on their social media platforms. This is all fake because their accounts are fake, but because of these activities, these accounts appear to be big and popular. Iss liye log unke jhaase mein aa jate hai.
Taking your personal information
As part of the scam, victims are often asked to provide personal information, such as their email address, phone number, or even financial details like bank account specifics. Woh aapko jhut bolenge ki unhe aapke personal information iss liye chahiye kyuki woh aapko cash rewards bhejna chahete hai.
Exploitation and fraud
Once scammers obtain victims’ personal information, they can use it for various purposes. Jaise iss Thanewaale writer ka bank account khaali kar diya.
Iss liye, aise koi aire gaire ‘like and earn’ offers ya similar schemes promising easy money on social media pe mat bharosa kijiye. Jo bade businesses and organizations hote hai, woh typically do not require you to engage with their social media content or provide personal information in exchange for rewards. Be mindful of protecting your personal information and avoid engaging with suspicious or unverified posts or advertisements. Aur aise kabhi aap phass gaye, toh report your case to the police.
