— ⚠️ Scam Prevention
New scams target Filipino job seekers every week. Know the red flags before you apply.
Golden rule: Legitimate employers never ask you to pay to apply, pay for training, or pay to “unlock” your account. If money flows from you to them — it’s always a scam.
You apply, get “accepted,” then they ask for ₱500–₱5,000 for training materials or registration. Legitimate employers never charge workers. Ever.
They “accidentally” send too much money and ask you to send back the extra. The original payment reverses — and you’re out the money you returned.
Posts promising absurd pay for minimal work. No legitimate online job pays this. If it sounds too good, it is. Always.
They move you to Telegram, conduct a “professional interview,” offer you the job instantly, then ask for bank details or a processing fee. This isn’t how real hiring works.
You complete tasks (rating products, liking posts), earn small amounts, then they tell you to “invest” to unlock bigger earnings. You deposit money and never get it back.
Someone offers to boost your Upwork or Fiverr profile for a fee. These violate platform terms, don’t work, and take your money.
Some ask you to do illegal activities (fake reviews, bot activity) that can get your accounts banned or create legal exposure. Not worth the ₱500.
Someone befriends you, builds trust over weeks, then offers a “job” involving receiving packages or sending money. This is money laundering.
Report scams: NBI Cybercrime Division · PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group · scottwebdevph@gmail.com
