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Online Job Scam on WhatsApp & Telegram: How to Stay Safe?

Simran Mishra

Fake Recruiter Profiles: Scammers pose as HR reps using stolen logos and fake IDs, luring users with job offers on WhatsApp or Telegram—often without any job application.

Easy Tasks, Quick Pay: You’re asked to like videos or add items to a cart for money. Initial tasks may even pay a little to earn your trust before the real trap begins.

The VIP Trap: You’re offered high-paying “VIP” tasks—but only if you invest first. Once you send money, scammers disappear or block you from withdrawing fake earnings.

No Real Job, No Real Company: Fake dashboards, no contracts, and zero official communication—just polished chats that look real but are built to steal your money or data.

Red Flags to Watch: Cold messages with job offers, pressure to invest, too-good-to-be-true pay, fake earning screenshots, and communication only via chat apps.

Stay Safe, Stay Smart: Never pay for a job. Use verified platforms like LinkedIn or company career pages. Don’t share bank info, OTPs, or install unknown apps.

Report and Protect: Block suspicious contacts and report to cybercrime.gov.in. If you’ve shared details, alert your bank and secure your accounts immediately.

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