Scams

If you’ve been on the Internet for a while, you’ve likely received your fair share of emails claiming that you been selected to complete a survey and thus go in the draw to win various prizes or “rewards”. 

A post currently being shared on Facebook claims that US-based airline, JetBlue is giving two free tickets to everyone who shares a link. 

Some scam attempts are so poorly executed that they are almost entertaining. This rather lame attempt to steal your Google Account login details fits into that category.

This email claims to be from a spy͏ware software developer who “has your secrets”. Supposedly, the “hacker” has installed malware on your device.

If you are travelling to the United States, you are required to apply for and receive an ESTA, but watch out for scam websites and emails.

This email, which was supposedly sent by Microsoft, warns that your Outlook account has been suspended due to a security issue. 

Yet another wave of Amazon phishing scam emails is hitting inboxes. The emails, which feature the Amazon logo, claim that the company was unable to process a recent order you made.

According to a post being shared on Facebook, European discount supermarket chain Lidl is rewarding 150 lucky families with free groceries for a year. 

According to this email, which purports to be from Yahoo, your mailbox has exceeded its storage limit and you need to “re-validate” your account.