Have You Ever Been Scammed?

[simplicity4ever]

Hi,
Have you ever been scammed, tell us your experience so other forumites might take note and know when they are about to be scammed.

Dont Be Shy!
Let's Hear It.

[simplicity4ever]

Or if you have been sent something spooky let's hear it as well as tips, prevention methods and abi cures-if any
 
Love you all!!!

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[goldenceo]

Hi,
Have you ever been scammed, tell us your experience so other forumites might take note and know when they are about to be scammed.

Dont Be Shy!
Let's Hear It.

Firstly, I want to tell you Simplicity4ever that the pics
you are using makes you look like a scammer

I have not been scammed online and I don't
think i will but nobody is perfect anyway and that
is why I take my time to do anything I do.

Then, don't be greedy and work with your head.

[simplicity4ever]

Hi,
Have you ever been scammed, tell us your experience so other forumites might take note and know when they are about to be scammed.

Dont Be Shy!
Let's Hear It.

Firstly, I want to tell you Simplicity4ever that the pics
you are using makes you look like a scammer

I have not been scammed online and I don't
think i will but nobody is perfect anyway and that
is why I take my time to do anything I do.

Then, don't be greedy and work with your head.

  yeah that was the kind of respond I was actually thinking I would recieve.
Sure, you're right but I'm not one.
You have really made a point there-most people due to overlapping greediness have fallen prey to many scams that are usually looking for every oppurtunity to capture a new prey.

[clickbanknigeria]

I have not been scammed. i am always careful both online and offline.

[dennisfreeworld]

scam is a great problem which we must take serious .Follow this rule to be free from them

Rule 1 - I will proceed with the transaction only with the trusted sites. This is the foremost and the most important point. Sometimes what hackers do is that they spoof the web address of the website and we access the spoof and enter the confidential information which is directed straight towards the hacker. In technical terms, it is known as 'Phishing'. In order to avoid this type of attack always remember to click the padlock icon at the right bottom corner of the browser and check the certificate which is issued to the website by the Certified Authority.

Rule 2 - I will ensure that my identity is passed through HTTPS protocol. Here I would like to talk a bit about encryption. Encryption is a process by which simple text is transformed into unreadable text also known as cipher text. Actually when we send data via HTTP then it is easy for the hackers to capture the text and read it, but, when we are using the HTTPS protocol, the data being send is not possible to comprehend as it is encrypted. Therefore, always look for the HTTPS sites as they are far more secured.

Rule 3 - I will use the public computer cautiously. This is the most dangerous place to carry out any kind of transaction online. Most of these computers are on an un-trusted network and anyone's identity can be easily compromised. What if the public computer has some spyware like Keylogger to record the keystrokes as we type? Therefore, never use a public computer for exchanging sensitive information. Moreover, as an extra step for safety, we can delete the cache and other private files from the browser and history of the computer.

Rule 4 - I will use the virtual credit card for online shopping. This is an essential step. Suppose I do a lot of shopping online and have to reveal the credit card credentials every now and then so there is a danger of it being misused. Once it gets into the wrong hands, I will in deep trouble. Therefore, it is better to get virtual cards issued from the bank which carry pre-decided amount and the best part is that these are only for one time use and not for repeated use.

Rule 5 - I will not pay heed to the mails and attachments received from anonymous addresses as they may contain 'Trojans' and will send out the confidential information from my computer to the hacker's den.

Rule 6 - I will keep changing my password and will never write them anywhere. As the saying goes, "Change is the only thing permanent". This means everything is temporary, even your password. Keep updating your password or else you are making your account more and more vulnerable. Also never write them anywhere for your reference. If your reference falls in the wrong hands then your security will be compromised. Also try to use different passwords for all the accounts.

Rule 7 - I will create complex passwords. Not only hackers but anyone close to you can get an idea about your password if you create passwords which are related your name, family, birth date or any other related thing. Even if you are creating these types of passwords then be sure to use some special characters like hyphen, under score, ampersand, exclamation mark etc. Never use password that is related to the account or user name. This is the most common mistake committed by the majority of people.

Rule 8 - I will always use an anti-virus and regularly update it. Anti-virus software is an important tool to fight viruses and worms who are trying to infect our computer. Regularly updating the software is also an important task as every now and then new viruses are being created and in order to terminate them we need to be loaded with the new virus definitions.

Rule 9 - I will keep my browser up to date. No one is perfect not even your browser. There are many security issues involved. Hackers are working everyday to create something new with which they can breach the security, therefore, we need to keep track of such threats. We must always keep our browser updated as it is an interface using which hackers can easily gain access to our computer. We must update our browsers as and when required so as to fix some bugs or install new features.

Rule 10 - I will never forget to logout and then close the browser window. In case of those web sites that use cookies to track sessions, when the user logs out, session-only cookies from that site will usually be deleted from the user's computer. In addition, the server invalidates any associations with the session, making any session-handle in the user's cookie store useless. This feature comes in handy if the user is using a public computer. As a security precaution, one should not rely on implicit means of logging out of a system, especially not on a public computer; instead one should explicitly log out and wait for the confirmation that this request has taken place.
The rules above are quite simple but very important to be followed. One must always stick to these rules thereby ensuring his/her online security and integrity.

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[richardgreg]

 My name is richardGreg. I  have received alot of mails in my box telling me that my email address have been selected for online lottery, that I should send them my personal details so that they can send my the money.

For the first time I thought it was true and I sent the details hoping to get the money but they replied again asking me to send some money that will take care of shipping through courie service.

I suspected a foul play and I did not send them even a kobo.

To escape been scammed, do not reply any mail that you do not know the origin.

Regards,
richardgreg

[mwash]

Yep, this is seriously stuff... look at this. I feel bad for this woman.

http://www.zabasearch.com/messages/zaba_messages_thread.php?fid=736378

[Greathinker]

Dear Forumites,

I always smiles when i sees topics like this as it reminds me the day i was scammed online loosing $250.

I learnt a great lesson: Dont be greedy. Dont believe high paying adverts.

Please learn from my mistakes.


Regards,

GREATHINKER

[Affil]

Hello everyone,

My Name is Evans.

I love this Topic. Actualy I joined today

I don't think most of us Nigerians will ever stay away from Scam and one funny thing is this. No one wil come out to say He Hve been Scam because a lot have the sycho of fast and easy money.

Ladies and Gentle men I have been on the Internet since 2002 and Have witness scams from the White men and also from our fellow Nigerians. I was a novice when it come to internet then in 2002. So, I was sammed by white and Nigerians.

I want to use this opportunity to pass this to all!  Overnight money can never come! another Never allow to Introduce you to HIPY which are not legitmate and you havn't check their perfomernce and their rating in the HIPU forum . I was introduce to a HYIP by 2003 I invested my cash then but you know what? the money Fly away.

I was scam althrough till 2005 I come across an Internet marketer from US, who showed me away to survive on the internet. He gave me a comprehensive book he had writen.  him too was once sammed. called Internet

Many will still be scammed a modernize scamming system is gradualy griping some people. Don't be among them.

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[vicishow]

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[clickgold]

Scamming is as old as man.

Right from the garden of Eden where the serpent (bad guy) scammed eve and she became greedy and ate the fruit that God strictly forbid them to eat.

anyway for scammers to 'eat', there must always be a greedy person that want something for nothing and in turn get nothing for something. For you not to get scammed, dont get carried away with offers and promises of good return in a short time. Investigate properly, but this can oly be done when you are not greedy. Control that emotion and you will not fall. For a tested, fool proof and scam free business please visit http://ehallapromotion.com/products.aspx

[Tobayashi]

 ikno a friend who was scammed online. he was actually involved in a sort of affiliate marketing. he said he had earned almost 500 dollars when he asked for his cheque. the Oyinbo people said they would send it but till today, they are gonna send it. i dont remember the particular programme but he said the profit seemed easy. hope i cud help.

[matarese]

sometimes it aint about greed, check this scenario : you send money to a guy who just advertised a service you think you need, only for him to not honour his own side of the deal and refuses to refund your cash. what do you do?