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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
Business
Beth Ure

Most common social media scams in 2023 and how to avoid them

Cybercriminals are always producing new ways to steal from unsuspecting social media users, often trying to obtain account login credentials, personal information, or bank and credit card information.

Cybersecurity expert Liz Wegerer from VPNOverview has revealed the most common Facebook and Instagram scams of 2023, as well as the best ways to how to avoid them, from phishing scams to fake prizes or job offers.

Facebook is currently the most popular social media app worldwide, so scammers frequently use the platform to target people. Instagram is the fourth most popular, and also a target for cybercriminals offering fake investments and bogus collaborations.

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