Have you received a job offer through social media? Does it promise great pay, flexible hours, and require little to no experience? If so, take a moment to look a little closer—it could be a scam.

Being aware of the warning signs can help you protect yourself and others. Learn how to spot job scams and stay safe:

• If a job opportunity seems too good to be true, it’s probably a job scam.

• Stop. Check. Protect: Before you apply, STOP and CHECK it’s a legit job offer by contacting the business using a number you find yourself. PROTECT others by reporting job scams through our website.

• Do not pay money or cryptocurrency to “unlock” job tasks or earn commissions for a job.

• Be wary if contacted for employment via instant messaging platforms (WhatsApp, Telegram, etc.)

• Be wary of any job that requires you to pay money or cryptocurrency before you commence.

• If you encounter a job scam, report it in app and to Scamwatch, even if you haven’t lost money. 

For more information on how to prevent scam, please visit the Scamwatch website.