I got a message about a job offer that pays well. It said work for 2 to 3 hours a day and get paid 200, classic scam message. I was bored, so I responded. They made me log in to mashvp.net or mashvpcas.com and click some buttons. I thought if I didn’t have to give them any account with my money, I could keep going. After pressing some buttons and doing some weird stuff, I had around $70 in my account at mashvp. Then they asked me to give them my crypto wallet address to send the funds. I created a new account and transferred the funds in a strange way because I had to talk to customer service to do it. I got the $70, but now they want me to put in more money to keep working and making money. No way I’m doing that. Anyway, thanks for the $70! I called the person who contacted me, and they say they’re from Washington DC, but they have a California phone number and an Asian accent. Seems suspicious.
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This is a task scam. Just stop talking to them and block them.
Brian said:
This is a task scam. Just stop talking to them and block them.
Hi there, AutoModerator is here to explain the task scam. Task scams involve a website or app that says you can earn money by doing easy tasks, like watching a video, liking a post, or placing an order. A common sign is that you have to complete sets of 40 tasks. The app will tell you that you can earn money for each task, but you can only do a few tasks without paying to upgrade your account. This is a version of the advance fee scam. The goal of this scam is to get people to download the app for easy money and then push them to pay to level up. You can’t withdraw your “earnings” from the app, so you waste your time and money. This type of scam preys on the sunk cost fallacy because people often continue something after investing in it. If you’re in a task scam, cut your losses. Watch out for recovery scammers who suggest hiring a hacker to help you get your money back. They can’t, and it’s just a trick to take more of your money. Thanks to the user who helped with this info.
Task scam, good thing you got out while you could. Block and report the app and the people.
Jonny said:
Task scam, good thing you got out while you could. Block and report the app and the people.
Hi there, AutoModerator is here to explain the task scam. Task scams involve a website or app that says you can earn money by doing easy tasks, like watching a video, liking a post, or placing an order. A common sign is that you have to complete sets of 40 tasks. The app will tell you that you can earn money for each task, but you can only do a few tasks without paying to upgrade your account. This is a version of the advance fee scam. The goal of this scam is to get people to download the app for easy money and then push them to pay to level up. You can’t withdraw your “earnings” from the app, so you waste your time and money. This type of scam preys on the sunk cost fallacy because people often continue something after investing in it. If you’re in a task scam, cut your losses. Watch out for recovery scammers who suggest hiring a hacker to help you get your money back. They can’t, and it’s just a trick to take more of your money. Thanks to the user who helped with this info.
Smart choice to quit while you’re ahead. The initial payment is real, just a way to lure you in.
I’ve posted five-star reviews for places on Google for years. Man, why didn’t I know I could be getting good money for doing it?
I knew it. I’m so tired of fake apps in the App Store with 4.8 stars and obviously fake reviews.
I was bored, so I just responded. Read the forum rules.
Sadie said:
I was bored, so I just responded. Read the forum rules.
I didn’t try to scam them. I just responded because I was bored, but I wasn’t looking for a scam. I even started doubting if it was real for a minute, but then her accent and constant messaging me to put in money gave it away.
@TricksterTracker
This is why we don’t suggest responding to scammers, ever. You said it yourself. They’re tricky. You thought for a second it might be real, that’s how they get you. Even those who bait scammers can get scammed. Suspicious people get scammed. Even those educated about scams can fall for them. Don’t respond, ever.