{"id":374462,"date":"2026-01-18T06:43:05","date_gmt":"2026-01-18T06:43:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/?p=374462"},"modified":"2026-01-18T06:43:06","modified_gmt":"2026-01-18T06:43:06","slug":"facebook-giveaway-survey-scam-4-questions-mystery-box-and-charges-that-follow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/facebook-giveaway-survey-scam-4-questions-mystery-box-and-charges-that-follow\/","title":{"rendered":"Facebook Giveaway Survey Scam: 4 Questions, Mystery Box, and Charges That Follow"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It looks like a normal Facebook reward. A quick \u201cFacebook Experience Survey,\u201d a shiny prize, and a button that says you are only a minute away from claiming it.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad746171584\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309684--placement_360520\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3957935887\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You click, answer a few easy questions, and suddenly the page tells you what you want to hear: congratulations, you have been selected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It feels harmless. Almost lucky. But there is a reason these survey pages keep popping up under strange web addresses, pushed by brand-new accounts, and wrapped in urgent countdown timers.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1054703385\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381396-ad_309691-placement_360566\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1471373341\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because the prize is not the real point. And the moment you try to \u201cclaim\u201d it is when things quietly shift into something else entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"565\" height=\"421\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1-54.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-374463\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1-54.jpg 565w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1-54-300x224.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 565px) 100vw, 565px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad259183828\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309746-ad_309691-placement_360521\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"4456629336\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scam Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Facebook survey scam sites are built to exploit something very human: curiosity, hope, and the feeling of getting a deal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They pretend to be connected to Facebook or Meta by using familiar branding and language like \u201cFacebook customer,\u201d \u201cMeta rewards,\u201d \u201cexclusive opportunity,\u201d or \u201climited time offer.\u201d The page may look like a clean corporate campaign, but it is a funnel designed for one purpose: turning visitors into recurring billing victims.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1150203267\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309686-ad_309691-placement_360569\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"6935453015\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the scam typically promises<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The prize changes constantly, because scammers test what converts best. You will see offers like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Meta Wayfarer AI Glasses \u201cgiveaway\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cFree\u201d iPhone or high-end smartphone offers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gift cards for major retailers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Laptops, tablets, or gaming gear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beauty products, supplements, or household gadgets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The pitch is almost always the same: take a short survey to claim a reward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They often frame it as an exclusive event, such as:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2575347455\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381401-ad_309691-placement_360573\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"5315249587\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cFacebook Experience Survey\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cCongratulations, you have been selected\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cLimited-time opportunity to access exclusive rewards\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cYour account has been chosen for a free gift\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The pattern: 4 easy questions, then the prize game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A very common version uses a predictable flow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You answer around 4 simple questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are told you qualify.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are shown a game screen with gift boxes, scratch cards, or spin wheels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You \u201cwin\u201d after one or two clicks.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The questions are intentionally effortless. They are not collecting market research. They are keeping you moving forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might be asked:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad545281679\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381404-ad_309691-placement_381406\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"8735619847\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do you use Facebook daily?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are you satisfied with your experience?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Would you recommend Facebook to a friend?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are you over a certain age?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">None of it matters. Your answers do not change the result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u201cgame\u201d is not random either. The outcome is pre-scripted so most visitors \u201cwin,\u201d because that is what pushes them into the payment step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The real goal: your data and your card<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you \u201cwin,\u201d the page shifts from excitement to logistics.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2237448632\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360582-ad_309691-placement_360581\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"9971336976\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It asks for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Home address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email address<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then it introduces the hook: a small shipping charge. Often something like $9.96.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is where the scam becomes a subscription trap.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2531658664\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360567-ad_309691-placement_360771\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"6224621518\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The site claims you only pay the shipping fee, but the fine print (or hidden terms) reveal you are agreeing to recurring charges. Sometimes it is billed as a \u201cmembership,\u201d \u201cdiscount club,\u201d \u201cbenefits program,\u201d or \u201cpriority shipping plan.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Victims report the same outcome again and again:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>They pay the shipping fee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They never receive the prize.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their card is charged again days later or within a month.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charges repeat monthly, often at a high price.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Canceling is difficult or intentionally confusing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why it spreads so fast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These scams spread because they are designed for scale, speed, and constant replacement.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2814305854\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360571-ad_309691-placement_360772\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"5867729999\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers use a mix of traffic sources:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Social media ads and sponsored posts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fake \u201cgiveaway\u201d pages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>YouTube videos with AI voiceovers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TikTok clips showing \u201cproof\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email campaigns posing as Facebook notifications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many campaigns also use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>AI-generated videos of celebrities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AI voice cloning to create convincing narration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fake reviews and comments that look like real users<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Screenshots of \u201csuccessful winners\u201d that are fabricated<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A major strength of this scam model is that it does not depend on one domain. The scammers rotate domains constantly, including strange, low-trust extensions and random-looking addresses. If one gets reported and blocked, they move to the next within hours.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad220114454\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360576-ad_309691-placement_360773\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"6594472392\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The branding tricks that make it feel real<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scam pages borrow trust from Facebook without actually being Facebook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common tactics include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Using the Facebook logo or Meta references<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copying the layout style of real Facebook pages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using corporate-sounding phrases like \u201ccustomer survey\u201d and \u201crewards\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adding a date and location flag icon to feel official<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Displaying a countdown timer to pressure quick action<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Showing \u201climited stock\u201d messages, like \u201conly 3 left\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They also rely on a psychological push: if you believe you already won, you are more likely to pay a small fee to \u201cfinalize\u201d it.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad3293233019\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360583-ad_309691-placement_360774\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"8849826992\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key red flags that separate real promotions from scam survey sites<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Real promotions from major companies do exist, but they do not behave like this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are strong warning signs that you are dealing with a scam:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The domain name is unrelated to facebook.com or meta.com<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The page URL looks random or uses an unusual extension<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You \u201cwin\u201d every time, no matter what you do<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The survey is extremely short and generic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The page uses urgency: countdowns, \u201cexpires today,\u201d \u201climited stock\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It asks for a credit card to claim a \u201cfree\u201d prize<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The shipping fee is suspiciously specific, like $9.96<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The terms are hidden, tiny, or hard to find<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is no clear company contact info, address, or support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad1850879469\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360584-ad_309691-placement_360775\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3952847241\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the biggest tells is the domain itself. Many victims notice that the URL is something completely unrelated to Facebook. That is not an accident. Scammers use disposable domains because they expect to get reported.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why victims do not receive anything<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In many cases, the \u201cprize\u201d does not exist at all. It is simply bait.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes scammers may ship a cheap item to create confusion or delay chargebacks, but with \u201cMeta Wayfarer AI Glasses\u201d style claims, victims often report receiving nothing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The revenue comes from the billing relationship, not from shipping products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is why this is so often called a subscription scam: the initial small payment is just the entry ticket into recurring charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens after you enter your details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if you do not enter your credit card, giving away your name, address, phone number, and email can still create problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That data can be used for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Spam calls and robocalls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Targeted phishing emails<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smishing texts that pretend to be delivery updates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More scams tailored to your location and personal info<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reselling your data to other scam networks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you did enter your card, the risk increases significantly because recurring charges can hit quickly and repeatedly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The \u201cshipping fee\u201d is the bait, not the cost<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The reason the shipping fee is kept low, such as $9.96, is because it feels safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many people think:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIt is under $10. Worst case, I lose a little money.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But the scam is structured around what happens next. The subscription is where the profit is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Charges may appear under unfamiliar company names, generic merchant descriptors, or multiple different billing entities. That makes it harder for victims to recognize the connection and stop it quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why the scam keeps evolving<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Facebook and security researchers do work to remove these campaigns, but scammers adapt fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They adjust:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The prize offered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The wording and branding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The layout of the survey flow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The payment page design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The domains used<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The traffic sources used to recruit new victims<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is why you might see the same scam promoted by brand-new accounts on YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook. Once an account is banned or a domain is blocked, they replace it and continue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad2894249077\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309747-ad_309691-placement_360587\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"9589536513\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How The Scam Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This section walks through the scam step by step, from the first click to the recurring charges, with the exact psychological triggers scammers rely on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: The bait appears in your feed or inbox<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Victims commonly encounter the scam in one of two places:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Social media: a post, ad, or video claiming you can win by taking a survey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email: a message that looks like it is from Facebook, announcing you can \u201cclaim your free gift\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The email version often uses bold subject lines like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cClaim Your Free Meta Wayfarer AI Glasses\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cCongratulations, claim your FREE gift\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cFacebook Experience Survey\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sender address may look suspicious or unrelated to Facebook, sometimes coming from random domains that have nothing to do with Meta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The purpose of the first message is simple: get you to click.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: The landing page impersonates Facebook<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After clicking, you land on a \u201csurvey\u201d page that uses Facebook branding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Typical features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The word \u201cfacebook\u201d prominently displayed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A friendly greeting like \u201cDear Facebook Customer\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A date shown at the top to create legitimacy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A prize image, like the Meta Wayfarer AI Glasses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A large \u201cStart Survey\u201d button<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The page may also include a banner line like \u201cLimited-Time Opportunity to Access Exclusive Rewards,\u201d which is designed to trigger urgency before you think too carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: You answer simple questions that do not matter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You are shown around 4 easy questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are designed to be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quick<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Non-threatening<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy to answer without thinking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Framed as a normal customer experience survey<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This keeps your momentum high. Every click forward increases commitment, even though nothing is real.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: The timer and urgency messaging kicks in<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many versions include time pressure elements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cOffer expires today\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cRewards are limited\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cOnly a few left\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A countdown timer ticking down<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is not there to inform you. It is there to rush you past caution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When people feel time pressure, they are less likely to inspect the URL, read the terms, or think about whether a real company would operate this way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: The \u201cyou won\u201d moment is engineered<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next comes the interactive element: pick a box, open a gift, scratch a card, spin a wheel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the dopamine moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The game is designed to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Feel interactive, like you earned something<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make the prize feel personal and real<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create a mini celebration, like \u201cCongratulations!\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In many cases, you \u201cfail\u201d once, then win on the second attempt. That pattern feels believable, but it is still scripted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6: The site collects your personal details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After you \u201cwin,\u201d the page shifts to fulfillment language:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cEnter your information to ship your prize\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cConfirm your details\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cWe need your address for delivery\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is where victims are asked for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These details are valuable on their own, even before payment enters the picture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7: The \u201csmall shipping fee\u201d is introduced<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now the scam presents the payment step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It frames the $9.96 charge as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shipping and handling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Processing fee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verification fee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Priority shipping upgrade<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The message is carefully written to make it feel normal:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cYou won for free, you just cover shipping.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is where many victims proceed, because it still feels low risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 8: The fine print hides the subscription enrollment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the core of the scam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Somewhere on the page, usually in tiny text, behind a small link, or buried at the bottom, the terms may reveal something like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You are enrolling in a membership program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will be billed monthly after a short trial<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You agree to recurring charges unless you cancel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes it is disguised as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cDiscount program\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cRewards membership\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cPartner offer\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cSubscription benefits\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cVIP club\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The language may be intentionally vague. The goal is not clarity. The goal is legal cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 9: Your card gets billed again, and again<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After paying the $9.96 shipping fee, victims report:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No prize delivered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New charges appearing later<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monthly fees that are much higher than the original charge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multiple charges from different merchant names<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This can happen because some scam networks route payments through different processors and merchant accounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So even if you search the merchant name, you may not immediately connect it to the \u201csurvey\u201d page you visited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 10: The cancellation maze begins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When victims try to cancel, they often face:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No real support contact information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fake phone numbers that never connect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email addresses that bounce or ignore requests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cCancel\u201d pages that require logins you never created<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delays that push you into another billing cycle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is deliberate friction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scam makes money when people give up, forget, or do not notice the charges quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 11: The scam scales through AI content and fake proof<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To keep the funnel full, scammers promote it aggressively using modern content tricks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">AI-generated celebrity videos and voice<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most effective methods is AI-generated clips that look like a celebrity endorsing the offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These videos often use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A face that looks real<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A voice that sounds believable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scripted lines encouraging you to \u201cclaim your reward\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quick cuts and captions designed for TikTok or YouTube Shorts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The goal is borrowed authority. If a familiar face appears to promote it, people drop their guard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fake reviews and comments<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scam posts often have comment sections filled with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cI got mine today!\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cIt really works, thank you!\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cJust paid shipping, arrived fast!\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are not genuine. They are planted to create social proof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes scammers also use fake review pages, fake screenshots of orders, or staged unboxing clips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brand-new social accounts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will also see newly created accounts pushing these giveaways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fresh TikTok accounts with few followers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New YouTube channels with AI narration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facebook pages with minimal history<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They exist only to run the promotion until they are reported. Then they vanish and get replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad4269130594\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309748-ad_309691-placement_360588\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3906789406\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What To Do If You Have Fallen Victim to This Scam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you entered your details or paid the shipping fee, do not panic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can still limit the damage, and in many cases, you can stop the charges before they pile up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow the steps below in order. Even doing the first few can make a big difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1) Stop the recurring charges immediately<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you entered your credit card, assume it may be enrolled in a subscription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do this right away:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check your card transactions for any new charges after the $9.96 payment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look for unfamiliar merchant names or small \u201ctest\u201d charges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you see recurring billing, contact your bank or card issuer and ask to block future charges from that merchant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many card issuers can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cancel the subscription billing relationship<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Block specific merchant descriptors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issue a replacement card if needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are unsure whether more charges will happen, ask your issuer directly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cCan you confirm if this merchant is set up for recurring billing, and can you stop future charges?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2) Consider freezing or replacing the card<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the payment page looked suspicious or you cannot identify the merchant clearly, replacement is often the safest move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A new card number prevents further billing attempts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if the scammers try again, the old card will no longer work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) Dispute the charges<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you were billed beyond the initial shipping fee, file a dispute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When disputing, describe it clearly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You were promised a free prize in exchange for a survey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You were charged a shipping fee like $9.96<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You did not receive the promised item<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional subscription charges appeared without clear consent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask your issuer about chargeback timelines and what evidence helps. Screenshots of the page, confirmation emails, or transaction records can strengthen your case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4) Cancel any \u201cmembership\u201d if a cancellation route exists<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes the payment confirmation includes a link or reference to a membership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you can find a cancellation method:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use it, but do not rely on it alone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Still block charges through your card issuer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers may ignore cancellation requests or make cancellation intentionally ineffective. Your bank\u2019s block is the stronger safeguard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5) Monitor your bank and card statements closely for 60 days<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Subscription scams often bill on a delay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Set a reminder to review your transactions regularly for at least two full billing cycles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also watch for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Multiple small charges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charges from different merchant names<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International processing fees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you see anything you do not recognize, report it immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6) Watch for follow-up scams using your personal info<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you entered your name, address, phone number, or email, you may get targeted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common follow-ups include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Delivery text messages with fake tracking links<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cYour package is held\u201d phishing emails<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fake support calls offering \u201crefunds\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emails claiming your subscription must be confirmed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not click links in unexpected delivery messages. Instead, go directly to the official carrier website if you need to check a tracking number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7) Secure your email and social accounts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if the scam did not ask for your Facebook password, securing your accounts is still smart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Change your email password if it is reused elsewhere<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable 2-factor authentication on your email and Facebook<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check your Facebook login activity for unknown devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be cautious with any messages claiming to be from Facebook support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers often use your email address for more phishing attempts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8) Scan your device if you installed anything<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most Facebook survey scam sites do not require software installation, but some campaigns push \u201capps\u201d or \u201cverification tools.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you downloaded anything:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Uninstall unknown programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Run a reputable security scan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check browser extensions and remove anything suspicious<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your browser suddenly shows new pop-ups, redirects, or strange homepages, that is a sign something else may have been added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9) Report the page and the ad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reporting helps reduce the spread, even if it does not stop scammers instantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can report:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Facebook post or ad that led you there<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The page hosting the scam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The email as phishing in your email client<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also consider reporting the transaction to your card issuer as fraud if the charges are continuing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10) If you shared your address, consider basic delivery safety<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In most cases, scammers are after billing, not physical visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Still, if you shared your address and phone number:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be cautious with unexpected packages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not call numbers printed on suspicious shipping slips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid scanning QR codes from unknown parcels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If something arrives that you did not order, document it with photos before disposing of it.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad1669392590\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_318930-ad_309691-placement_360589\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3818335085\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2>Is Your Device Infected? Run a Free Malware Scan<\/h2>\n\n<p>Slow performance, constant pop-ups, or strange behavior? These are classic signs of a malware infection. The fastest way to find out is to scan your device with <strong>Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free<\/strong> \u2014 one of the most trusted malware removal tools available.<\/p>\n\n<p>The free version detects and removes the most common threats, including:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Adware<\/strong> \u2014 the cause of those annoying pop-ups<\/li>\n<li><strong>Browser hijackers<\/strong> \u2014 unwanted redirects and changed homepages<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trojans and spyware<\/strong> \u2014 hidden programs stealing your data<\/li>\n<li><strong>Potentially unwanted programs (PUPs)<\/strong> \u2014 software you never asked for<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Select your device below<\/strong> \u2014 Windows, Mac, or Android \u2014 then follow the simple steps to download Malwarebytes, scan your system, and remove any threats it finds. The whole process takes about 5 minutes.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"su-tabs su-tabs-style-default su-tabs-mobile-stack\" data-active=\"1\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-tabs-nav\"><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Malwarebytes for Windows<\/span><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Malwarebytes for Mac<\/span><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Malwarebytes for Android<\/span><\/div><div class=\"su-tabs-panes\"><div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"Malwarebytes for Windows\">\n\n<h3 id=\"windowsh3\" class=\"toch3\">Run a Malware Scan with Malwarebytes for Windows<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Malwarebytes<\/strong> is one of the most popular and trusted anti-malware tools for Windows \u2014 and it&#8217;s completely free for removing infections. It catches threats that many antivirus programs miss, including adware, browser hijackers, and trojans. Follow the steps below to scan and clean your PC in just a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Download Malwarebytes<\/p> <p>Click the button below to download the latest version of <strong>Malwarebytes for Windows<\/strong> from the official source. The free version is all you need \u2014 it will scan your computer and remove adware, browser hijackers, and other malicious software at no cost.<\/p> <div class=\"mwt_download_box\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Malwarebytes Icon\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-81150 mwt_product_icon_logo\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Malwarebytes-LOGO.png\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Logo\"\/><\/figure> <strong><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/downloads\/MBSetup-076886.076886-consumer.exe\" onclick=\"window.open('https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/get\/malwarebytes-free');\">DOWNLOAD MALWAREBYTES FOR WINDOWS (FREE)<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><br \/><em class=\"small-text-disclaimer\">(The link opens in a new page where your download will start)<\/em><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> <p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Install Malwarebytes<\/p>\n\n<p>When the download finishes, open your <strong>Downloads<\/strong> folder and <strong>double-click the MBSetup file<\/strong>. If Windows shows a <strong>User Account Control<\/strong> pop-up, click &#8220;<em>Yes<\/em>&#8221; to allow the installation.<\/p>\n\n \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"975\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285934\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM1.jpg 975w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM1-300x154.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 975px) 100vw, 975px\" \/><\/figure>\n \n\n \n  \n\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Follow the On-Screen Prompts to Install Malwarebytes<\/p> \n\n<p>The setup wizard will walk you through a few quick screens:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n \n  <li>\n    <p>Choose where you&#8217;re installing the program \u2014 &#8220;<strong>Personal Computer<\/strong>&#8221; or &#8220;<strong>Work Computer<\/strong>&#8221; \u2014 then click <strong>Next<\/strong>.<\/p>\n    \n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"737\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM3-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285953\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM3-1.jpg 737w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM3-1-300x204.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n    \n  <\/li>\n  <li>\n    <p>Malwarebytes will now install on your device. This usually takes under a minute.<\/p>\n    \n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"759\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285937\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM4.jpg 759w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM4-300x198.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n    \n  <\/li>\n  <li>\n    <p>When installation is complete, the &#8220;<strong>Welcome to Malwarebytes<\/strong>&#8221; screen will open automatically.<\/p>\n    \n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"705\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM6-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285951\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM6-1.jpg 705w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM6-1-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 705px) 100vw, 705px\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n    \n  <\/li>\n  <li>\n    <p>On the final screen, click <strong>Open Malwarebytes<\/strong> to launch the program.<\/p>\n    \n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"749\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM5-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285952\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM5-1.jpg 749w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM5-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n    \n  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Enable &#8220;Scan for Rootkits&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Before scanning, turn on rootkit detection so Malwarebytes can find even the most hidden threats. Click the <strong>Settings<\/strong> gear icon on the left side of the screen.\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"842\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM8.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285942\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM8.jpg 842w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM8-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 842px) 100vw, 842px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the settings menu, find &#8220;<strong>Scan for rootkits<\/strong>&#8221; and click the toggle so it turns blue.\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"841\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285943\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM9.jpg 841w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM9-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 841px) 100vw, 841px\" \/><\/figure>\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Done? Click &#8220;<strong>Dashboard<\/strong>&#8221; in the left pane to return to the main screen.\n\n <\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Start the Scan<\/p> <p>Click the blue <strong>Scan<\/strong> button. Malwarebytes will automatically update its virus database and start checking your computer for malware.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"849\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM10.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285941\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM10.jpg 849w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM10-300x212.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 849px) 100vw, 849px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Wait for the Scan to Finish<\/p>\n<p>The scan checks your entire system for browser hijackers and other malicious programs, so it can take several minutes. Feel free to do something else \u2014 just check back occasionally to see the progress.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"842\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM11.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285944\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM11.jpg 842w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM11-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 842px) 100vw, 842px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Quarantine the Detected Threats<\/p>\n<p>When the scan is done, you&#8217;ll see a list of everything Malwarebytes found \u2014 malware, adware, and potentially unwanted programs. Click the &#8220;<strong>Quarantine<\/strong>&#8221; button to remove all of them at once.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"844\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM12.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285945\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM12.jpg 844w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM12-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 844px) 100vw, 844px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>Malwarebytes will now remove the malicious files and registry entries and move them safely into quarantine.\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"842\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM13.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285946\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM13.jpg 842w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM13-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 842px) 100vw, 842px\" \/><\/figure>\n <\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n  <p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Restart Your Computer<\/p>\n  <p>Some threats can only be fully removed after a reboot. If Malwarebytes asks you to restart, click <strong>Yes<\/strong>. Once you&#8217;re logged back in, your PC is clean and you can continue with the next steps in this guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"844\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM14.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285947\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM14.jpg 844w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM14-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 844px) 100vw, 844px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<p>When the scan finishes, click <strong>Quarantine<\/strong> to remove everything Malwarebytes found. That&#8217;s it \u2014 your Windows PC is now clean of trojans, adware, and other malware, and should be back to running smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your current antivirus allowed this malicious program on your computer, you may want to consider purchasing Malwarebytes Premium to protect against these types of threats in the future.<br \/>If you are still having problems with your computer after completing these instructions, then please follow one of the steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Run a computer scan with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eset.com\/us\/home\/online-scanner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ESET Online Scanner<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li>Ask for help in our <strong><a title=\"Malware Removal Assistance for Windows\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/forums\/windows-malware-removal-help-support.10\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Windows Malware Removal Help &amp; Support<\/a><\/strong> forum.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"Malwarebytes for Mac\">\n\n<h3 id=\"mach3\" class=\"toch3\">Run a Malware Scan with Malwarebytes for Mac<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Malwarebytes for Mac<\/strong> is a free on-demand scanner that removes the malware other security software tends to miss \u2014 adware, browser hijackers, and unwanted programs included. Cleaning an infected Mac with Malwarebytes has always been completely free, and it&#8217;s our go-to recommendation. Follow the steps below to scan and clean your Mac in just a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Download Malwarebytes for Mac<\/p>\n<p>Click the button below to download the latest version of <strong>Malwarebytes for Mac<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mwt_download_box\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-81150 mwt_product_icon_logo\" title=\"Malwarebytes Icon\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Malwarebytes-LOGO.png\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Logo\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\"\/><\/figure><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/prf.hn\/click\/camref:1011lvqrV\/creativeref:1011l100234\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">DOWNLOAD MALWAREBYTES FOR MAC (FREE)<\/a><\/strong><br \/><em>(The link opens in a new page where your download will start)<\/em><\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Open the Malwarebytes setup file<\/p>\n<p>When the download finishes, open your <em>Downloads<\/em> folder and <strong>double-click the setup file<\/strong> to begin the installation.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98734 alignnone\" title=\"Double-click on setup file to install Malwarebytes\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer.jpg\" alt=\"Double-click on setup file to install Malwarebytes\" width=\"750\" height=\"424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-300x170.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Follow the On-Screen Prompts to Install Malwarebytes<\/p>\n<p>The <em>Malwarebytes for Mac Installer<\/em> will guide you through a few quick screens. Click &#8220;<strong>Continue<\/strong>&#8221; and keep following the prompts until the installation completes.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98735 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-1.jpg\" alt=\"Click Continue to install Malwarebytes for Mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"532\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-1-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98736 alignnone\" title=\"Click again on Continue to install Malwarebytes for Mac for Mac\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-2.jpg\" alt=\"Click again on Continue to install Malwarebytes for Mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-2.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-2-300x212.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98737 alignnone\" title=\"Click Install to install Malwarebytes on Mac\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-4.jpg\" alt=\"Click Install to install Malwarebytes on Mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-4.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-4-300x212.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<p>When the installation is complete, Malwarebytes opens to the <em>Welcome to Malwarebytes<\/em> screen. Click &#8220;<strong>Get started<\/strong>&#8220;.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Select &#8220;Personal Computer&#8221; or &#8220;Work Computer&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes will ask what type of computer you&#8217;re installing it on. Click either <strong>Personal Computer<\/strong> or <strong>Work Computer<\/strong>, whichever applies.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98740 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Select-Personal-Computer.jpg\" alt=\"Select Personal Computer or Work Computer mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"537\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Select-Personal-Computer.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Select-Personal-Computer-300x215.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Start the Scan<\/p>\n<p>Click the &#8220;<strong>Scan<\/strong>&#8221; button. Malwarebytes will automatically update its detection database and begin checking your Mac for malware.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98733 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Scan.jpg\" alt=\"Click on Scan button to start a system scan Mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"538\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Scan.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Scan-300x215.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Wait for the Scan to Finish<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes will scan your Mac for adware, browser hijackers, and other malicious programs. This can take a few minutes, so feel free to do something else \u2014 just check back occasionally to see the progress.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98739 alignnone\" title=\"Wait for Malwarebytes for Mac to scan your computer\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Scanning-for-malware.jpg\" alt=\"Wait for Malwarebytes for Mac to scan for malware\" width=\"750\" height=\"536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Scanning-for-malware.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Scanning-for-malware-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Quarantine the Detected Threats<\/p>\n<p>When the scan is done, you&#8217;ll see a list of everything Malwarebytes found. Click the &#8220;<strong>Quarantine<\/strong>&#8221; button to remove all the threats at once.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98732 alignnone\" title=\"Review the malicious programs and click on Quarantine\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Confirm.jpg\" alt=\"Review the malicious programs and click on Quarantine to remove malware\" width=\"750\" height=\"538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Confirm.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Confirm-300x215.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> <p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Restart Your Mac<\/p> <p>Malwarebytes will now remove all the malicious files it found. Some threats can only be fully removed after a reboot \u2014 if Malwarebytes asks you to restart, allow it. Once you&#8217;re logged back in, your Mac is clean.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"536\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98738 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Restart.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes For Mac requesting to restart computer\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Restart.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Restart-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><br \/><\/p> <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<p>Once the scan is done, remove every threat it detected. Your Mac is now free of adware, rogue browser extensions, and other potentially harmful software.<\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your current antivirus allowed a malicious program on your computer, you might want to consider purchasing the full-featured version of Malwarebytes Anti-Malware to protect against these types of threats in the future.<br \/>If you are still experiencing problems while trying to remove a malicious program from your computer, please ask for help in our <strong><a title=\"Mac Malware Removal Help &amp; Support\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/forums\/mac-malware-removal-help-support.183\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mac Malware Removal Help &amp; Support<\/a><\/strong> forum.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"Malwarebytes for Android\">\n\n<h3 id=\"androidh3\" class=\"toch3\">Run a Malware Scan with Malwarebytes for Android<\/h3>\n\n<p>Malwarebytes for Android automatically detects and removes dangerous threats like malware and ransomware so you don&#8217;t have to worry about your most-used device being compromised. Aggressive detection of adware and potentially unwanted programs keeps your Android phone or tablet running smooth.<\/p>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Download Malwarebytes for Android.<\/p>\n<p>You can download <strong>Malwarebytes for Android<\/strong> by clicking the link below.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-81150 mwt_product_icon_logo\" title=\"Malwarebytes Icon\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Malwarebytes-LOGO.png\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Logo\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"mwt_download_box\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=org.malwarebytes.antimalware&#038;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MALWAREBYTES FOR ANDROID DOWNLOAD LINK<\/a><\/strong><br \/><em>(The above link will open a new page from where you can download Malwarebytes for Android)<\/em><\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Install Malwarebytes for Android on your phone.<\/p>\n<p>In the Google Play Store, tap &#8220;<strong>Install<\/strong>&#8221; to install Malwarebytes for Android on your device.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106940\" title=\"Tap Install to install Malwarebytes for Android\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Google-Play-App.jpg\" alt=\"Tap Install to install Malwarebytes for Android\" width=\"292\" height=\"580\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Google-Play-App.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Google-Play-App-151x300.jpg 151w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<p>When the installation process has finished, tap &#8220;<strong>Open<\/strong>&#8221; to begin using Malwarebytes for Android. You can also open Malwarebytes by tapping on its icon in your phone menu or home screen.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106941\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Open-App.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes for Android - Open App\" width=\"292\" height=\"578\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Open-App.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Open-App-152x300.jpg 152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the setup process<\/p>\n<p>When Malwarebytes will open, you will see the <em>Malwarebytes Setup Wizard<\/em> which will guide you through a series of permissions and other setup options.<br \/>This is the first of two screens that explain the difference between the Premium and Free versions. Swipe this screen to continue.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106944\" title=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 1\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-1.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 1\" width=\"292\" height=\"577\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-1.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-1-152x300.jpg 152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><br \/>Tap on &#8220;<strong>Got it<\/strong>&#8221; to proceed to the next step.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106945\" title=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 2\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-2.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 2\" width=\"292\" height=\"580\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-2.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-2-151x300.jpg 151w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><br \/>Malwarebytes for Android will now ask for a set of permissions that are required to scan your device and protect it from malware. Tap on &#8220;<strong>Give permission<\/strong>&#8221; to continue.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106946\" title=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 3\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-3.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 3\" width=\"292\" height=\"570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-3.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-3-154x300.jpg 154w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><br \/>Tap on &#8220;Allow&#8221; to permit Malwarebytes to access the files on your phone.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106947\" title=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 4\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-7.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 4\" width=\"292\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-7.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-7-153x300.jpg 153w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Update database and run a scan with Malwarebytes for Android<\/p>\n<p>You will now be prompted to update the Malwarebytes database and run a full system scan.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106939\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Fix-Issues.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes fix issue\" width=\"292\" height=\"579\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Fix-Issues.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Fix-Issues-151x300.jpg 151w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<p>Click on &#8220;<strong>Update database<\/strong>&#8221; to update the Malwarebytes for Android definitions to the latest version, then click on &#8220;<strong>Run full scan<\/strong>&#8221; to perform a system scan.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106948\" title=\"Update database and run Malwarebytes scan\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Update-Run-Scan.jpg\" alt=\"Update database and run Malwarebytes scan on phone\" width=\"291\" height=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Update-Run-Scan.jpg 291w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Update-Run-Scan-152x300.jpg 152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 291px) 100vw, 291px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Wait for the Malwarebytes scan to complete.<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes will now start scanning your phone for adware and other malicious apps. This process can take a few minutes, so we suggest you do something else and periodically check on the status of the scan to see when it is finished.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106943\" title=\"Malwarebytes scanning phone for malware\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Scanning-for-Malware.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes scanning Android for Vmalware\" width=\"292\" height=\"579\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Scanning-for-Malware.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Scanning-for-Malware-151x300.jpg 151w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Click on &#8220;Remove Selected&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>When the scan has been completed, you will be presented with a screen showing the malware infections that Malwarebytes for Android has detected. To remove the malicious apps that Malwarebytes has found, tap on the &#8220;<strong>Remove Selected<\/strong>&#8221; button.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106942\" title=\"Tap on the Remove button to get rid of malware\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Removing-Malware.jpg\" alt=\"Remove malware from your phone\" width=\"760\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Removing-Malware.jpg 760w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Removing-Malware-300x237.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Restart your phone.<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes for Android will now remove all the malicious apps that it has found. To complete the malware removal process, Malwarebytes may ask you to restart your device.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<p>After the scan, tap <strong>Remove Selected<\/strong> to delete all detected threats. Your Android phone is now clean \u2014 no more malicious apps, adware, or browser redirects.<\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your current antivirus allowed a malicious app on your phone, you may want to consider purchasing the full-featured version of Malwarebytes to protect against these types of threats in the future.<br \/>If you are still having problems with your phone after completing these instructions, then please follow one of the steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Restore your phone to factory settings by going to <em>Settings &gt; General management &gt; Reset &gt; Factory data reset.<\/em><\/li><li>Ask for help in our <strong><a title=\"Mobile Malware Removal Help &amp; Support\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/forums\/mobile-malware-removal-help-support.165\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mobile Malware Removal Help &amp; Support<\/a><\/strong> forum.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3>Stay Protected: Block Ads and Malicious Sites<\/h3>\n\n<p>Now that your device is clean, keep it that way. Most infections start with a malicious ad or a fake download button \u2014 so blocking them at the source is your best defense.<\/p>\n\n<p>We recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/adguard.com\/?aid=29616\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>AdGuard<\/strong><\/a>, which blocks malicious ads, phishing pages, and dangerous redirects before they can reach you.<\/p>\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/adguard.com\/?aid=29616\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Download AdGuard and browse safely<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad757916151\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381388-ad_309691-placement_381390\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3191649120\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Facebook survey scam sites are not harmless quizzes. They are carefully engineered subscription traps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They lure victims with a \u201cfree\u201d reward, push them through a few easy questions, then use a fake \u201cyou won\u201d moment to make paying a small shipping fee like $9.96 feel reasonable. After that payment, the real damage starts: recurring charges, confusing merchant names, and a cancellation process designed to wear you down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you already entered your information, you are not alone, and you are not stuck. The fastest way out is to stop the billing through your card issuer, monitor your statements, and treat any follow-up messages as suspicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And going forward, remember the simplest rule: a real company does not need your credit card to give you a free prize for answering four questions on a random website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad499922443\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381392-ad_309691-placement_381395\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"2944237110\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are \u201cFacebook survey\u201d scam sites?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are fake giveaway pages that pretend to be connected to Facebook or Meta. They push you through a short survey, then claim you \u201cwon\u201d a prize, and finally ask for a small shipping fee like $9.96. The real goal is to enroll your card into expensive monthly subscriptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Facebook or Meta actually giving away prizes through these surveys?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In most cases, no. Real Meta promotions do not send you to random third-party domains and do not require a credit card for a \u201cfree\u201d prize. If it is not on an official facebook.com or meta.com domain, treat it as suspicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why do I always \u201cwin\u201d after answering a few questions?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because the outcome is scripted. The \u201cpick a box\u201d or \u201cspin to win\u201d step is designed to make nearly everyone a winner so they feel committed and proceed to payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens after I pay the $9.96 shipping fee?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually you do not receive anything. Instead, your card may be charged again later as part of a recurring membership or subscription. The monthly charges can be much higher than the original shipping fee and may appear under unfamiliar merchant names.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why does the charge show a weird company name on my bank statement?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers often process payments through third-party merchant accounts and rotate billing descriptors. That makes it harder to recognize the scam and harder to cancel without contacting your bank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I tell if I got enrolled in a subscription?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A second charge days later or within a month<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeating monthly charges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A \u201cmembership\u201d mention in the tiny terms on the payment page<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emails labeled \u201creceipt,\u201d \u201ctrial,\u201d \u201cmembership,\u201d or \u201csubscription confirmation\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should I do immediately if I entered my card details?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Call your bank or card issuer and ask them to block recurring charges from that merchant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request a replacement card if you cannot confirm the subscription is stopped.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dispute any extra charges beyond the initial payment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor statements closely for at least 60 days.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I cancel the subscription directly with the website?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes there is a cancellation link, but it is often unreliable or intentionally difficult. Even if you cancel through the site, still ask your card issuer to stop future billing, because that is the safest way to prevent new charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if I only entered my name, address, and phone number, but did not pay?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your risk is lower, but your data can be used for spam, phishing, and follow-up scams. Expect more emails and calls. Be cautious with delivery texts, \u201crefund\u201d calls, and messages claiming you must confirm shipping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do these scams use AI celebrity videos and fake reviews?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, many campaigns use AI-generated voiceovers, AI \u201ccelebrity\u201d clips, and fake comment sections to create trust. They also use brand-new TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook accounts to promote the offer until they get banned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can this scam install malware on my computer?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most versions are focused on payment and subscriptions, not malware. Still, if the site pushed you to install an app, browser extension, or \u201cverification\u201d tool, you should uninstall it and run a reputable security scan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I report a Facebook survey scam?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Report the Facebook ad or post as a scam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report the page or account posting it<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mark the email as phishing in your email client<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report unauthorized charges to your bank<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I avoid these scams in the future?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do not trust giveaways that require a credit card for \u201cshipping\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check the domain carefully before entering any details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid offers that use countdown timers and \u201climited stock\u201d pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ignore \u201cyou have been selected\u201d messages from random email addresses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When in doubt, search for the promotion on Meta\u2019s official sites instead of clicking the ad<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It looks like a normal Facebook reward. 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