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Well, the scammers and hoaxsters never seem to take a break from Facebook and it’s companion Messenger app. It seems like a new one starts making the rounds virtually every day.
The latest hoax to come to my attention is being spread primarily by Messenger.
The text of the hoax messages vary, but they usually read something like this: [Read more…]
For some time folks have been asking me to write a book containing my best Facebook security tips and scam alerts.
After much consideration I decided to take the plunge and do just that.
I’m pleased to announce that Master Guide to Staying Safe On Facebook is now available on Amazon.
The purpose of this book is exactly as the title implies. It simply provides the very same Facebook security and safety tips that I have already published on this blog.
So why publish a book containing the same info that’s already available on the blog?
Well, there are a couple of reasons: [Read more…]
I recently wrote about two groups of malicious Android apps that you need to delete from your phone or tablet.
If you missed them you can read those posts here and here.
Well, it’s just been confirmed that yet another group of malicious apps is actively spawning numerous irritating pop-up ads on Android devices as we speak.
As you probably know, Facebook scams and hoaxes take many forms.
Whether they show up in your newsfeed or arrive in your Messenger inbox, the results are always the same…
Lots of folks either get scammed or they become very irritated due to the deluge of fraudulent messages they receive.
The latest hoax to come to my attention is being spread primarily via Facebook Messenger.
Well, it’s that time of year again. Lots of folks have gotten into the Christmas spirit and started looking for great deals on gift items.
Unfortunately, the scammers of the world are also getting into the Christmas spirit, and they’re hoping to take advantage of yours by scamming you out of a few bucks (or in this case some merchandise).
Unfortunately, the insidious “Secret Sisters Gift Exchange” scam is once again making the rounds on Facebook. [Read more…]