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Beware This Bizarre Scheme

Posted on January 22, 2023January 14, 2023 by cynmackley
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A warning about a bizarre scam.

Posted in Computer Terms, Security HelpTagged bizarre scam, crypto scam, phone scam, scamsLeave a comment

Calling Out a Tricky Text Scam

Posted on January 21, 2023January 14, 2023 by cynmackley
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We check out a tricky text scam involving fake orders.

Posted in Computer Terms, Security Help, SmartphonesTagged order scam, phones, scams, text scamLeave a comment

A Couple of Facebook Scams

Posted on January 16, 2023January 8, 2023 by cynmackley
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We've got a couple of new twists on the same old Facebook scams.

Posted in Computer Terms, Cyn's Tech Tips, Facebook, Social MediaTagged facebook scams, scams, social media scamsLeave a comment

eBay Scam Warning!

Posted on December 11, 2022November 29, 2022 by cynmackley
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A warning about an eBay scam from a reader.

Posted in Computer Terms, E-Mail Help, Security Help, Using The InternetTagged eBay, email scams, online scams, scamsLeave a comment

Watch out for this rental scam

Posted on December 11, 2022November 29, 2022 by cynmackley
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Watch out for this rental scam

Posted in Facebook, Security HelpTagged facebook scams, rental scams, scamsLeave a comment

4 Holiday Scams To Look Out For

Posted on November 28, 2022November 19, 2022 by cynmackley
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Scammers don't stop trying to separate you from your hard-earned money just because it's Christmastime. 4 scams to look out for.

Posted in Computer Terms, Cyn's Tech Tips, Security Help, Using The InternetTagged holiday scams, scam alert, scams, social media, using the internet2 Comments

Some Scams to Watch Out For

Posted on November 26, 2022November 18, 2022 by cynmackley

Another day, another scam or two you should keep an eye out for.

Posted in Computer Terms, Facebook, Security HelpTagged email scams, facebook, package scams, scams, social media scamsLeave a comment

Scam Alert! Fake Bank & Health Insurance Accounts

Posted on November 19, 2022November 9, 2022 by cynmackley
close up shot of fake money

Another day, another twist on Facebook scams. This one attempts to trick you into signing up for a fraudulent bank account or health insurance service.

Posted in Facebook, Security Help, Social Media, UncategorizedTagged banking scams, facebook scams, go2bank scam, scamsLeave a comment

Lost Dog Facebook Scam

Posted on November 7, 2022October 29, 2022 by cynmackley

I've warned you before that scammers are increasingly turning to Facebook community groups to lay traps for people. Just the other day, a Facebook friend of mine shared this scam.

Posted in Facebook, Security Help, Social MediaTagged facebook, scams, social media scamsLeave a comment

Don’t buy into this Facebook scam

Posted on October 3, 2022January 1, 2023 by cynmackley
scam alert letting text on black background

Another day, Another Facebook coupon scam. This one came in the form of a message from a relative. It claims that Kroger is giving way a $150 coupon to everyone.

Posted in Facebook, Security HelpTagged coupon scams, facebook scams, scams, social mediaLeave a comment

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