These kinds of requests aren’t legitimate when they come from someone you don’t know.
Tips to defend against scams on social media- Ignore unsolicited messages and calls.
- Avoid sharing personal info or account details online with people you don’t know.
- Be wary of anyone asking you to buy items or ship them to an unknown address.
If the fraudster claims the purchase is for charity- Donate money or send items directly to the charities you want to support.
- Call or email the organization to make sure the request is legitimate. Be sure to get the contact info from a trusted source like the charity’s official website.
- Report scams to any organization the fraudster claims to be associated with so they can warn others.