Here is and example: Do not click on this link is you see it because it is a browser reader.
This very fast search with easy to use tools found this
I found this using my right click skills.
This is just one prime example why using Facebook for anything else other can communicating with close friends and Family can be risky to say the least. Facebook does not care about your safety or your security. They only care about the money. They do not screen their advertisers. They do not verify if websites are dangerous, they only care about your money and how much they can get. Facebook if full of scams and fake purchases with no one out there to protect you. There are good people who run good sites. This is an example of one of the many BAD ones.
PROTECT YOURSELF!
This particular “AD” reads your browser and all your cookies. Once they have that then they can target your for scams that will imprint keyloggers(a file that reads your key strokes). They find your paticular interest and then try to get you to go to one of their virused sites. One click and they got you.
I cannot stress enough on you to become more vigilant on what you click and try not being in a hurry. I always tell people to prentend that every link you click that is not from a close friend or family(there can be slight dangers if they do not check the source first)
Avoid clicking on anything “Free”, or is priced so low that too hard to believe and if it is then it is probably a scam and not believable. A $50 price for an authentic $1,000 guitar is a scam. A new Gen Mac for $49 is a lie. See where I am going with this. Facebbook has hundreds of ads from “sellers”
Here is a couple ways to check
There are many ways you can check verify if an “AD” or web page is for real or not.
another bad site. How do I know? First the price. Next is the use of BEST BUY. This is not a Best Buy ad. The seller is poidefa.com. I used Whois.com and found out that this is bogus individual masked behind JewellaPrivacy.com. Accessing the rest of the information may need a warrant.
there are several online resources and tools that can help you gather information and verify the legitimacy of websites. Here are some useful websites and tools to consider:
- WHOIS Lookup Services:
- WHOIS: The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) provides a basic WHOIS lookup service.
- Namecheap WHOIS Lookup and ICANN Lookup are other reputable WHOIS lookup services.
- Website Review and Reputation Services:
- Trustpilot: A platform where users can leave reviews about websites and businesses.
- Sitejabber: Similar to Trustpilot, Sitejabber provides user-generated reviews.
- Online Scam Databases:
- Scamadviser: Provides information and safety ratings for websites based on their analysis.
- Scamwatch: The Australian government’s website that offers advice on how to recognize, avoid, and report scams.
- Web Security Tools:
- Google Safe Browsing: Google’s tool that helps identify websites involved in phishing or malware distribution.
- VirusTotal: A service that checks websites and files for malware using various antivirus engines.
- Consumer Protection Agencies:
- Depending on your country, government consumer protection agencies may maintain lists of known scams or offer advice on how to protect yourself online. Search for your specific country’s agency.
Remember to use these tools and resources as part of your due diligence when assessing a website’s legitimacy. While they can provide valuable information, no single source can guarantee the safety of a website. Always exercise caution when dealing with unfamiliar websites, especially when sharing personal or financial information. If you encounter a website you suspect to be a scam, consider reporting it to the relevant authorities or consumer protection agencies.
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