Condusef provides some recommendations to avoid falling into this type of scams.
WhatsApp scams are a type of fraud in which criminals use the instant messaging application to trick people and steal their money or personal information.
There are several types of scams that criminals usually carry out through this application, and in DeDinero we tell you which are the most common so you can avoid falling into them.
Investment scams: Scammers pose as investment experts and promise large profits in exchange for investing in their schemes. However, these transactions are often bogus and people who invest lose their money.
Romance scams: Scammers create fake profiles on WhatsApp and pose as attractive people to engage in romantic relationships. Once the trust is gained, these people ask for money or personal information from their victims, who end up falling for the scam.
Technical support scams: Scammers impersonate support system personnel from mobile device brands, claiming that cell phones are infected and that they need to pay for fake software to remove viruses. However, these programs are usually fake, but are created to steal information from users.
Employment scams: Criminals impersonate human resources personnel of well-known companies to deceive people and obtain their personal or financial information. One way to recognize this type of fraud is when you receive a message offering a high salary and asking for few requirements in order to complete the hiring process.
Family code scam: Fraudsters pose as family members or acquaintances and request personal or banking information under emergency pretexts. Once the information is obtained, they use the credentials to commit fraud.
The National Commission for the Protection and Defense of Users of Financial Services (Condusef) shares some recommendations to avoid falling into this type of scams.
Any message you receive from an unknown number asking you to register for a card, a loan or any other benefit, you should be suspicious and delete it. Also, if you are not sure if the message is legitimate, you can ask for advice from the institution from which the text is supposedly sent.
