{"id":390295,"date":"2026-05-01T04:58:44","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T04:58:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/?p=390295"},"modified":"2026-05-01T04:59:39","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T04:59:39","slug":"walmart-survey-rewards-scam-fake-iphone-samsung-dell-and-yeti-offers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/walmart-survey-rewards-scam-fake-iphone-samsung-dell-and-yeti-offers\/","title":{"rendered":"Walmart Survey Rewards Scam: Fake iPhone, Samsung, Dell, and YETI Offers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Walmart Survey Rewards Scam<\/strong> is a fake giveaway scheme that impersonates Walmart and promises expensive prizes in exchange for completing a short customer survey.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1923393766\" 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\">The prize may be a <strong>Dell laptop<\/strong>, <strong>Samsung Galaxy phone<\/strong>, <strong>Samsung TV<\/strong>, <strong>iPhone<\/strong>, <strong>iPad<\/strong>, <strong>YETI cooler<\/strong>, <strong>YETI Beach Lounge Wagon<\/strong>, kitchen appliance, gift card, or another high-value product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The offer may look simple: answer a few questions, pick a prize box, confirm your details, and pay a small shipping fee such as <strong>$9.95<\/strong>. But the real goal is usually to collect personal information, steal payment details, and enroll victims into unwanted subscriptions that are difficult to cancel.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad661586603\" 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<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"551\" height=\"545\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/23.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-390299\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/23.jpg 551w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/23-300x297.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 551px) 100vw, 551px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad2771311003\" 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\">The <strong>Walmart Survey Rewards Scam<\/strong> is a phishing-style reward scam that uses Walmart\u2019s name, logo, and familiar retail branding to trick people into trusting a fake offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scam usually starts with an email, text message, pop-up, or social media ad. The message says the recipient has been selected for a Walmart customer appreciation reward, loyalty gift, product testing opportunity, survey prize, or limited-time giveaway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common fake prizes include:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2099386347\" 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<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dell laptops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Samsung Galaxy phones<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Samsung Smart TVs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apple iPhones<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apple iPads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>YETI coolers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>YETI Beach Lounge Wagons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ninja kitchen appliances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dyson-style products<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walmart gift cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mystery boxes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cPremium customer rewards\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The exact prize changes because scammers test different hooks. A Samsung phone may attract one group of victims. A Dell laptop may attract students or remote workers. A YETI wagon or cooler may perform better during summer. A Walmart gift card sounds believable because Walmart is a major retailer and many people shop there regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scam often uses names like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Walmart Survey Rewards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walmart Customer Rewards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walmart Loyalty Program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walmart Shopper Survey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walmart Product Testing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walmart Customer Appreciation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walmart Rewards Department<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walmart Gift Center<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These names sound official, but they are usually fabricated. The sender address may come from Gmail, Outlook, a random domain, a hacked account, or a spoofed email sender. Scammers often rely on the display name because many people see \u201cWalmart Rewards\u201d and do not check the full email address.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad956882705\" 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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The link inside the message rarely goes to Walmart.com. Instead, it may lead to a random domain, a shortened link, a cloud-hosted page, or a chain of redirects. From there, victims are pushed through a fake survey funnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The survey usually asks only a few generic questions. It may ask whether you shop at Walmart, how often you visit, whether you are satisfied, and whether you would recommend Walmart. These questions are not real market research. They are used to make the scam feel like a legitimate customer feedback campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the survey, the page often shows a fake prize game. The victim is asked to pick a box. The first box may be empty. Then the page gives another attempt, and the second box reveals a prize. This is scripted. The \u201closs\u201d and \u201cwin\u201d are designed to make the result feel more believable.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1420665393\" 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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"534\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-390296\" style=\"width:330px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2-1.jpg 534w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2-1-290x290.jpg 290w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 534px) 100vw, 534px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, the victim is asked to enter personal information, including name, phone number, email address, and home address. The final page asks for credit card details to pay a small shipping or handling fee, often around <strong>$9.95<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That small payment is the trap. Once the card is entered, victims may be charged immediately and may later discover recurring subscription fees. These charges may appear under unrelated merchant names, making them harder to identify and cancel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scam is effective because it combines trust, excitement, and urgency. Walmart is a familiar brand. The prize feels valuable. The survey feels easy. The shipping fee feels small. By the time the victim reaches the payment page, the scam has already created enough momentum to make the request seem reasonable.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad3675319690\" 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\">But a real prize does not require your credit card information for a surprise shipping fee. The FTC specifically warns that fake prize scams often ask victims to pay money or provide account information to receive a prize that does not exist. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"654\" height=\"553\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1x.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-390297\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1x.jpg 654w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1x-300x254.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 654px) 100vw, 654px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad1728475153\" 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 Walmart Survey Rewards Scam Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. You Receive a Fake Walmart Reward Message<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scam begins with a message claiming that Walmart has selected you for a reward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The message may say:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad3820028377\" 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<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cYou have been chosen to receive a Walmart reward.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cComplete this short survey to claim your gift.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cYour Walmart customer appreciation prize is waiting.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cYou have won a Samsung TV from Walmart.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cYour iPhone reward has been reserved.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cClaim your YETI product today.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cAnswer 4 questions and receive your free gift.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The message may use Walmart\u2019s colors, logo, product images, and official-looking formatting. It may also include a large \u201cClaim Your Reward\u201d or \u201cStart Survey\u201d button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. The Sender Address Looks Suspicious<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sender name may say \u201cWalmart Survey Rewards,\u201d but the actual email address may not belong to Walmart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the easiest ways to spot the scam. A legitimate Walmart email should come from a Walmart-controlled domain, not a random personal account or unrelated website. Walmart\u2019s own fraud guidance tells users who suspect a fraudulent email claiming to be from Walmart to send it to Walmart as an attachment for review.  <\/p><div id=\"mwtad2152967299\" 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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. The Link Sends You Away From Walmart<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The button may look official, but the destination is often not Walmart.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers use redirect links to hide the final destination. A victim may click one link, pass through several domains, and land on a fake survey page that has nothing to do with Walmart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a major warning sign. If a Walmart reward cannot be verified by going directly to Walmart\u2019s official website or app, it should not be trusted.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1861538118\" 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\">4. The Fake Survey Asks Generic Questions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The survey is usually short and vague.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It may ask:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are you a Walmart customer?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How often do you shop at Walmart?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are you satisfied with Walmart?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Would you recommend Walmart?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which product category do you prefer?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What age group are you in?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The questions are intentionally easy. The goal is not to collect useful feedback. The goal is to make the victim feel like they have completed a legitimate step before receiving a prize.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad982864892\" 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\">5. The Page Shows a Fake Prize Box Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the survey, the scam page may show a prize game with boxes, gift bags, packages, or spinning wheels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first attempt often fails. Then the page allows another attempt, and the second attempt wins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad1412701485\" 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\">This is not chance. It is a psychological trick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fake loss makes the later win feel more exciting. It also makes the victim feel as if they have earned the reward, which increases the chance they will continue to the next page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. You Are Told You Won an Expensive Prize<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The site then announces that you have won the advertised product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the version, it may claim you won:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A Dell laptop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Samsung Galaxy phone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Samsung TV<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An iPhone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A YETI cooler<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A YETI Beach Lounge Wagon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Walmart gift card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A kitchen appliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A mystery reward<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The page may include fake comments from supposed winners. It may show countdown timers, limited-stock warnings, or messages saying the reward will expire if you do not act quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These urgency tactics are designed to stop you from leaving the page and checking whether the offer is real.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. The Scam Collects Your Personal Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The next page asks for delivery details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Home address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>City<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ZIP code<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This information can be used for spam, fake delivery messages, future phishing attempts, scam calls, or resale to other marketing and fraud networks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if you do not enter your card, submitting your personal details can still create problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. The Final Page Requests a Small Shipping Fee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The last step asks for payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The page says the prize is free, but you must pay a small fee for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shipping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Processing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insurance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delivery confirmation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The amount is usually small, such as <strong>$4.95<\/strong>, <strong>$6.95<\/strong>, <strong>$9.95<\/strong>, or <strong>$12.95<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the main trap. The payment form gives the operators your credit card details. The FTC warns that requests for money or account information to claim a prize are a clear sign of a fake prize scam.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Victims May Be Enrolled in Unwanted Subscriptions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the payment, victims may not receive the promised prize. Instead, they may see recurring charges on their card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These charges may appear as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trial memberships<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shopping clubs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rewards clubs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lifestyle subscriptions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Product discount programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>VIP access plans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monthly service fees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The merchant name may not mention Walmart, the prize, or the fake survey. That makes the charge harder to recognize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cancellation can also be difficult. Some victims find that the support number does not work, the cancellation page is confusing, or the company claims the victim agreed to recurring billing by accepting the checkout terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad850797860\" 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\">Common Red Flags<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watch for these warning signs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The message says you won a prize you never entered to win.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The email uses a generic greeting like \u201cDear Walmart customer.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The sender address is not an official Walmart domain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The link does not go to Walmart.com.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The survey asks only a few generic questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The page uses a \u201cpick a box\u201d or prize wheel game.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You lose first, then win on the second try.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The prize is expensive, but the only requirement is a short survey.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The site asks for credit card details to pay shipping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The checkout page mentions trials, subscriptions, memberships, or recurring billing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The merchant name on your card statement does not match Walmart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The page uses countdown timers or \u201climited supply\u201d warnings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The simplest rule: <strong>if a free Walmart reward asks for your credit card, stop.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad4258405335\" 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 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What To Do If You Received a Walmart Survey Rewards Email<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not click the link.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you already opened the email but did not enter information, close the page and delete the message.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should also:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mark the email as spam or phishing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check the sender address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not reply to the message.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not call phone numbers listed in the email.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not download attachments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit Walmart\u2019s official website directly if you want to verify an offer.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Walmart says suspicious emails claiming to be from Walmart can be sent to <strong><a href=\"mailto:OnlineAbuse@walmart.com\">OnlineAbuse@walmart.com<\/a><\/strong> as an attachment. Walmart also recommends reporting scams to law enforcement, the FTC, and the Internet Crime Complaint Center when appropriate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad2781638794\" 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\">What To Do If You Entered Personal Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you entered your name, address, phone number, or email address, be cautious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may receive more scam attempts, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fake delivery texts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fake Walmart order alerts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fake subscription cancellation emails<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prize confirmation messages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scam phone calls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phishing emails pretending to be from banks or retailers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not click unexpected links. Do not provide more information. Treat follow-up messages about the \u201creward\u201d as suspicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad1669704200\" 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\">What To Do If You Entered Credit Card Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you entered payment information, act immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Contact Your Bank or Card Issuer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call the number on the back of your card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tell them you entered your card details on a suspected fake Walmart survey reward site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask them to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Block or replace the card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review recent charges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stop recurring billing attempts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dispute unauthorized charges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor the account for additional activity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not wait for a large charge. These scams often begin with a small shipping fee and follow with larger recurring payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Check for Hidden Subscription Charges<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Review your statement for unfamiliar merchant names.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look for small initial charges followed by larger charges days or weeks later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The billing descriptor may not say Walmart. It may use a generic company name, product club name, or payment processor label.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Save Evidence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep screenshots or copies of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The original message<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The sender address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The link<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The survey page<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The prize page<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The payment page<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any confirmation email<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The charge on your bank statement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This can help when disputing charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Report the Scam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Report the message through your email provider or mobile carrier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also report it to Walmart, the FTC, your bank, and other relevant authorities. Walmart\u2019s fraud alert page lists reporting resources, including the FTC and the Internet Crime Complaint Center.  <\/p>\n\n\n<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<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Walmart Survey Rewards Scam<\/strong> is a fake giveaway campaign that promises prizes such as Dell laptops, Samsung phones, Samsung TVs, iPhones, YETI products, gift cards, and other expensive items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scam follows a predictable path: a fake Walmart message, a short survey, a rigged prize game, a personal information form, and a small shipping fee. That fee is used to collect credit card details and may trigger unwanted subscription charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A real prize should not require your credit card. If a Walmart survey reward asks you to pay <strong>$9.95<\/strong> or another small fee to claim a \u201cfree\u201d item, close the page immediately. If you already paid, contact your bank and monitor your account for recurring charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the Walmart Survey Rewards email real?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Most Walmart Survey Rewards emails offering free phones, laptops, TVs, iPhones, YETI products, gift cards, or other expensive items are scams. They use Walmart\u2019s name to make fake prize offers look legitimate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What prizes are used in the Walmart Survey Rewards scam?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common fake prizes include Dell laptops, Samsung Galaxy phones, Samsung TVs, Apple iPhones, iPads, YETI coolers, YETI Beach Lounge Wagons, Ninja appliances, Dyson-style products, Walmart gift cards, and mystery rewards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why does the message say I was selected?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers use phrases like \u201cyou have been selected,\u201d \u201cyour reward is waiting,\u201d or \u201ccustomer appreciation gift\u201d to make the offer feel personal. In reality, the same message is usually sent to thousands of people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens if I click the Walmart survey link?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You are usually taken to a fake survey page with a few generic questions. After that, the site may show a \u201cpick a box\u201d prize game, tell you that you won, ask for your personal details, and then request a small shipping fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why does the scam ask for a $9.95 shipping fee?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The small shipping fee is used to make the offer feel harmless. But once you enter your card details, scammers may charge your card, enroll you in unwanted subscriptions, or sell your payment information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Will I receive the Walmart reward after paying?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually, no. These fake pages are not operated by Walmart. The promised prize often never arrives, and victims may later discover recurring charges from unfamiliar companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I tell the Walmart survey reward is fake?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Warning signs include a random sender address, a link that does not go to Walmart.com, generic wording, poor formatting, a fake prize game, countdown timers, requests for shipping fees, and credit card forms for a \u201cfree\u201d item.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should I do if I entered my personal information?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watch for follow-up scams. You may receive fake delivery texts, prize confirmation emails, scam calls, or more phishing messages. Do not click unexpected links or provide additional information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should I do if I entered my credit card details?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact your bank or card issuer immediately. Ask them to block or replace the card, stop recurring payments, review recent transactions, and dispute any unauthorized charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I report the Walmart Survey Rewards scam?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mark the email or text as spam or phishing. You can also report it to Walmart through its official fraud reporting channels, to your bank if you paid, and to the FTC or your local consumer protection agency.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Walmart Survey Rewards Scam is a fake giveaway scheme that impersonates Walmart and promises expensive prizes in exchange for completing a short customer survey. The prize may be a Dell laptop, Samsung Galaxy phone, &#8230; <\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more-container\"><a title=\"Walmart Survey Rewards Scam: Fake iPhone, Samsung, Dell, and YETI Offers\" class=\"read-more button\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/walmart-survey-rewards-scam-fake-iphone-samsung-dell-and-yeti-offers\/#more-390295\" aria-label=\"Read more about Walmart Survey Rewards Scam: Fake iPhone, Samsung, Dell, and YETI Offers\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":50,"featured_media":390296,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[49],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-390295","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-scam-reports","masonry-post","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-50","resize-featured-image"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/390295","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/50"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=390295"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/390295\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/390296"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=390295"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=390295"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=390295"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}