Phishing
Attempts to trick victims into revealing credentials or sensitive info by impersonating trusted services.
Below are real, recent examples from our archive. Use the filters to narrow by channel or search within this category.
Tip: If you didn’t expect a refund, invoice, or prize — pause and verify using a trusted website or phone number, not the link you received. See common red flags.
Coinbase Pairing Scam
Scammers impersonate Coinbase and send fake alerts claiming that your Coinbase account has been paired with an external service (such as Ledger Live) without your authorization. The message pressures you to call a fake support number where scammers attempt to steal your login details, 2FA codes, or crypto assets.
Facebook Page Violation Scam
Scammers pretend to be Meta/Facebook and claim your Facebook Page broke Community Standards. They warn your Page will be locked within 24 hours unless you “contact support” or “appeal” using a link they provide. The link goes to a fake login or “support chat” page designed to steal your Facebook password and 2FA codes. Once they get in, scammers can take over your Page, run ads on your card, or message your followers.
Subscription Billing Update Phishing
Scammers send emails or texts that look like they’re from a subscription or streaming service, saying your payment failed or your card expired. They warn your account will be paused soon unless you “update billing.” The link or button takes you to a fake website that copies the real brand’s look to steal your login, credit card, and personal details. Common examples include messages pretending to be from Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Disney+, Spotify, or Apple. Red flags include urgent deadlines (24–48 hours), generic greetings, small spelling mistakes, and links that don’t lead to the company’s official website.
Unauthorized Withdrawal Alert Scam
Scammers pretend to be from your bank, payment app (Zelle, Cash App, PayPal), crypto exchange, or broker and claim a withdrawal or transfer is about to happen. The message pushes you to click a link or call a number “right now” to stop it. The goal is to get your password and one‑time codes, or to talk you into moving money to the scammer’s “safe” account.
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