Anti-Scam

Anti-Scam Information – Stay Safe on Adsposts.com

At Adsposts.com, your safety is our top priority. While we work hard to keep scams off our platform, it’s important to stay alert and protect yourself when buying, selling, or applying for jobs online.

🚨 Common Scams to Watch Out For

1. Too Good to Be True Deals
   If the price is unbelievably low or the offer sounds unrealistic, it probably is.

2. Upfront Payment Requests
   Never send money before seeing the item or confirming the legitimacy of a job offer.

3. Fake Job Offers
   Scammers may post fake jobs asking for fees (e.g., for training, registration, or equipment). Real employers don’t ask you to pay to get hired.

4. Payment via Gift Cards or Wire Transfers
   Legitimate buyers and sellers won’t ask for payment through gift cards, crypto wallets, or services like Western Union.

5. Verification Code Scams
   If someone asks you to send them a code you receive via SMS or email, do not share it. This is a common method to hijack accounts.

6. Phishing Links
   Be cautious with links in messages. Avoid clicking on suspicious links that may lead to fake login pages or malware.

   COMMON TYPES OF SCAMS

   1. Fake Buyers & Sellers

   • Red Flag: Buyer/seller refuses to meet in person.

   • Example: A seller insists on shipping the item after receiving payment — but you never get the item.

   • Tip: Avoid paying in advance. Always meet in public places.

   2. Overpayment Scams

   • Red Flag: Buyer “accidentally” sends more money and asks for a refund.

   • Example: They send a fake proof of payment and request a refund of the extra.

   • Tip: Wait for funds to clear in your account — don’t refund until confirmed.

   3. Advance Fee or Prepayment Jobs

   • Red Flag: Job posters ask for money for "training", "equipment", or "application processing".

   • Example: “Work from home – earn ₹30,000/week! Pay ₹999 to start.”

   • Tip: Legitimate employers never ask for payment. Report such ads.

   4. Phishing & Fake Login Pages

   • Red Flag: You receive links in messages asking you to “verify your account” or “claim a prize”.

   • Tip: Always check the website URL. Never enter login details from suspicious links.

   5. Verification Code Hijack

   • Red Flag: Someone asks you to share an SMS or WhatsApp code “to confirm your listing/account”.

   • Tip: These codes can be used to take over your account. Never share them.

   6. Fake Escrow or Delivery Services

   • Red Flag: Seller says they use a "trusted third-party delivery" or escrow that asks you to pay in advance.

   • Tip: Avoid unofficial delivery or payment services. Use only in-person transactions or trusted platforms.