New Facebook Scam Alert
Advertisements offering seemingly advantageous investments appear among short videos on Facebook. At first glance, they seem attractive and harmless, but in reality, they conceal a well-prepared scam.
Fraudulent investment ads on Facebook are nothing new , yet scammers continue to lure their victims and heavily promote their posts on the platform. That’s why it’s worth issuing another warning.
How the Scam Works
1. Grabbing Attention
These ads often promise quick and easy profits, aiming to attract as many people as possible and entice them to click on the link.
The fraudulent post is disguised as an ad among other posts, blending in with the regular content you see.
or as a sponsored short video (so-called ‘Reel’):
2. A Trustworthy Face
Scammers use real photos or deepfake videos featuring the faces of famous people—politicians, TV hosts, or entrepreneurs—to make the ads seem more credible. In reality, these individuals have nothing to do with the offers.
These videos are often created with artificial intelligence to make it appear as if the celebrity is personally endorsing a specific “investment.”
Even the Czech president Petr Pavel has recently warned about this type of danger on social media :
"Don't believe fairy tales about getting rich quick. Verify sources and facts."
3. An Offer You Can’t Refuse
An offer that sounds too good to be true is a major red flag. Check the image below. We’ve highlighted in red the signs that this could be a scam:
Warning signs to watch for:
- Unrealistic promises of quick profit, accompanied by poor grammar.
- A suspiciously odd profile name like "Bolo Evaldina".
- A link to a shady website:
elmhallwqe.online.
All of these together are clear hints that someone is trying to lure you into a scam!
4. A Link Outside of Facebook
Clicking on the “Learn More” link takes you to an external site where you’re asked for personal information or credit card details. Again, note the strange-looking address at the top of the screen.
Scammers want to get your phone number so they can call you, start persuading you about the “benefits” of the investment, and try to extract money from you. Never fill out these forms!
Why Facebook is Perfect for Scammers
- Fast pace – users scroll through videos in seconds.
- Less attention to detail – the short format makes it harder to spot fake elements.
- Algorithm – ads can be shown to thousands of people in a short time.
The Risks You Face
- Direct financial loss – money you send will never be returned.
- Identity theft – personal data can be used for more scams.
- Spread of false content – scammers use every interaction to target more victims.
How to Protect Yourself
- ⛔ Don’t respond to “miracle” investments – if it sounds too good, it isn’t true.
- 📵 Don’t click on suspicious links – especially if they lead outside the platform.
- 🔍 Verify the source – search for the company or offer outside of Facebook.
- 🚩 Report fraudulent ads – the more reports, the higher the chance they’ll be removed.
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