Watch Video: Fake Order Scams (Phone Scam, Text Message Scam)

This video explains what a "fake order" scam is and includes real examples of phone calls and text messages from these scammers. Hear two recordings of "fake order" scam phone calls: PlayStation Order Impersonating Walmart, MacBook Pro Order Impersonating Amazon. View a "fake order" scam text message (smishing/sms) that impersonates Apple. Learn about a victim who lost $4100 to a "fake order" email scam.

These scams falsely claim a payment was made for something like an iPhone order, MacBook purchase or new PlayStation. They trick you into calling a fake phone number to dispute the fake purchase. Calling the phone number will connect the victim to a scammer. Learn how to spot these "fake order" scams and watch this video to see real examples

Video Publish Date: 12/17/2024
Presented By: Jared Caldara (Founder of ScamAware101)