What is a giant snake doing on an excavator?

Once again, internet fraudsters are trying to trap users on Facebook. The title of the video status post: “[SHOCKING VIDEO] 700 pound snake pulled out of lake in North Carolina?”

Note: It is now also available in German! See: What's up with the 400kg snake found in a lake?

Users are lured into a trap by providing false facts. They are led to believe that they are watching an alleged “shock” video. Not only do they “unintentionally” become a fan of a site, they are also lured into the subscription trap, which can vary depending on the country.

Looks like this:

If the user clicks on the status post, the following page opens:

Here the user has to click on a “Like” button ABOUT the video.

If he clicks on “Like” here, he will become a fan of the page “I Believe In Myself”

Here the user first has to install software

as well as the video SHARE:

A download page will then open. Here the user must then enter their MOBILE NUMBER:

INFO: This “download page” may look different from country to country.

Here it says in the small print:

Gogogy is not affiliated with, sponsored or endorsed by any of the products or retailers listed. Trademarks, service marks, logos (including, but not limited to, individual product and retailer names) are the property of their respective owners. You agree to a subscription of 4 SMS/week for 3 euros each to our service.

Users are lured into the cell phone subscription trap here.

Conclusion:

Users are lured into a trap by providing false facts. They are led to believe that they are watching an alleged “shock” video. Not only do they “unintentionally” become a fan of a site, they are also lured into the subscription trap, which can vary depending on the country.

How do I get out of the number once I've clicked?

1) Remove the status post on your wall

2) Click on “Unlike” on both pages: “I Believe In Myself”

3) Inform your friends about the mishap. You are welcome to share this post with you.