Facebook is constantly plagued by scammers and fake profiles. Recently, an increasing number of dubious comments have appeared that appear harmless, but in reality have fraudulent intentions. Caution is advised with such comments, which often come from supposed admirers or interested friends.

These are comments of this or similar nature


“Hello, you have a lovely smile but don't want to be rude to you or intrude on your profile. I just want to be your friend. Why am I asking you for permission, can we be friends? If yes, please send me a friend request. Thanks"

Screenshot: dubious comments from fake profiles
Screenshot: dubious comments from fake profiles

The “Friend Request Scam” – Identity Theft and Phishing


One of the main intentions behind questionable comments on Facebook is the “Friend Request Scam”. Scammers try to gain access to your profile to collect personal information. By collecting information such as name, date of birth, place of residence and employer, they can carry out identity theft or other fraudulent activities. It's important to check your privacy settings and only accept friend requests from people you trust.

The danger of malicious links and malware


The distribution of malicious links and malware is another aspect of questionable comments. Scammers can post links that lead to fake websites or websites with malicious content. Clicking on such links can download malware to your device, which can result in financial loss or the theft of personal information. It is extremely important to never click on suspicious links and to be aware that comments on social media platforms can also pose potential threats.

Fraud and financial loss


The friend requests from fake profiles can also serve as a starting point for various scams. Fraudsters use the accepted friend requests to lure their victims with supposed investment or competition offers. There is a risk that users will suffer financial losses or reveal personal information that can later be misused. Skepticism and vigilance are therefore advised to protect yourself from such scams.

Tips to protect yourself from fraudulent comments


  • Only accept friend requests from people you know or can trust.
  • Regularly review your privacy settings and limit access to your personal information.
  • Be suspicious of unfamiliar people, especially if they give you unsolicited compliments or offers of friendship.
  • Never click on suspicious links or share sensitive information with unknown people.
  • Report suspicious profiles or comments to the platform operators to protect other users.

Conclusion: The increase in fake profiles and fraudulent comments on Facebook requires a high degree of attention and caution from users. When we are aware that seemingly harmless comments can hide fraudulent intentions, we can better protect ourselves and maintain our privacy. Social media safety is a shared concern and by acting responsibly we can help reduce fraudulent activity and create a safe online environment.

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