Lottery Winning Message Scam: Got lottery winning message on WhatsApp? Know the identity of fake lottery scams, what mistakes should be avoided, what to do and what not to do?
WhatsApp Lottery Scam: ‘Congratulations! Your number has won the jackpot of ₹25 lakh in Dear Lottery. To claim your prize, contact immediately on the number given below. If you have also received WhatsApp or any message, then be careful. Nowadays, cyber thugs are trapping people by sending similar messages. Many people greedily or hastily click on the link or share their personal information, due to which even the bank account can become empty. Let us know what is the game of these fake lottery messages coming on WhatsApp, how to identify such messages, what should be done and what mistakes should be avoided…
How does Lottery Scam happen?
Fraudsters usually send messages on WhatsApp, SMS, Telegram or email. It is written in the message that ‘You have won a big lottery. Contact immediately to collect the reward. ‘Click on a link.’ ‘Deposit the processing fee or tax.’ ‘Share bank details or OTP.’ This is where the fraud begins.
Be careful if you see these 7 signs in lottery messages
- You never participated in that lottery.
- Pressure is being created to respond quickly.
- OTP, PIN or bank details may be asked.
- Be asked to deposit money first.
- The message has come from an unknown mobile number.
- Be asked to click on the link.
- Let the lure of a huge reward be offered.
What to do if you get such a lottery message?
- Do not click on any link.
- Do not give OTP, ATM PIN or bank information at all.
- Do not make any payment.
- Block the number.
- Report the message.
- Alert your family and friends also.
What 1 mistake should not be made regarding fake lottery messages?
One should never make the mistake of clicking on such lottery messages. Otherwise the account may become empty or you may become a victim of cyber fraud. Apart from this, do not share the screen. Don’t download any apps. Do not scan QR Code. Do not send photo of Aadhaar, PAN or bank passbook. And the most important thing is not to take decisions in haste due to greed.
Can lottery really happen on WhatsApp?
If you have not participated in any official and legitimate lottery, then the claim of suddenly getting a prize on WhatsApp is highly suspicious. Always verify any reward or offer from the official website or official helpline of the concerned organization.
What to do immediately if information is given by mistake?
- Contact your bank immediately.
- Change the password of Net Banking and UPI.
- Get the card blocked (if needed).
- File a cyber crime complaint.
- Remove suspicious apps from your mobile.
- The sooner action is taken, the greater the chances of avoiding loss.
Please tell the elders in the family also
Such messages have the greatest impact on those who know less about digital fraud. Therefore, explain to the elders, women and children of the house not to trust any lottery message without checking and what things to avoid.
Disclaimer: This article has been prepared only for the purpose of providing general awareness and information. Please verify the authenticity of any lottery winning message received on WhatsApp, SMS, email or social media from the official source of the concerned organization. Do not click on any link without checking or share your banking information, OTP, PIN or other personal information with anyone. In case of any cyber fraud or suspicious activity, immediately contact your bank and the concerned cyber crime authority. Our website does not verify the authenticity of any lottery, prize or message.