Refund Scam
Fake refunds used to steal money through overpayment tricks.
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Cómo funciona esta estafa
Paso 1
Scammer calls claiming company owes you refund, needs remote access to process
Paso 2
Manipulates screen to show fake overpayment to your account
Paso 3
Convinces you to return the excess via gift cards or wire transfer
Cómo protegerse
- ✓ Never allow remote access for refunds
- ✓ Banks dont call for refunds
- ✓ Verify through official channels
- ✓ Hang up on unsolicited calls
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What is Refund Scam?
Fake refunds used to steal money through overpayment tricks.
How does Refund Scam work?
Scammer calls claiming company owes you refund, needs remote access to process Manipulates screen to show fake overpayment to your account Convinces you to return the excess via gift cards or wire transfer
How can I protect myself from Refund Scam?
Never allow remote access for refunds Banks dont call for refunds Verify through official channels Hang up on unsolicited calls