Relying on any ID and befriending strangers on Facebook and other social media platforms can cause huge loss to you. It is not necessary that the person you have made a Facebook friend considering yourself an acquaintance is actually real. There is also a possibility that the ID may turn out to be fake. Scammers cheat users by creating fake IDs and you can also fall prey to them.
In such a situation, it is important that whenever you receive a friend request on a platform like Facebook, you should investigate it properly before accepting it. To avoid fake ID scams, it would be better if you use the privacy tools of social media platforms. Also, do not share your personal data with anyone. Cyber Security Bureau has warned users against such social media scams.
friendship without thinking will prove costly
Making anyone a friend on Facebook is a common thing. But this can also cause many disadvantages. Such as…
- Security threat: All your information is publicly available on Facebook. Therefore, if you friend an unknown person, your personal information is at risk.
- Spam and phishing threats: When you receive friendship requests from strangers, you may be sent spam or phishing links. Due to this, virus or malware may enter your computer or mobile.
- Impact on mental health: There are many people on Facebook who want to appear different from reality. Making friendship with such people can affect your mental health.
Before making anyone a friend on Facebook, check their profile carefully. Read his posts and comments. Make that person your friend only if you feel that the person is right for you.
Where to complain about fake ID and fraud
If you have fallen into such a scam then dial 1930 to lodge a complaint. Apart from this, you can also complain about cyber fraud by visiting http://cybercrime.gov.in.
Be careful that your friend may not respond to your friend request every time.
Use social media privacy, do not share your personal details with anyone.
If you fall prey to cyber fraud, immediately #dial1930 Call or lodge a complaint at https://t.co/KyapVugiTW. pic.twitter.com/qZ07vmBWwv
— TSCyberBureau (@TSCyberBureau) December 18, 2023
