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Facebook scams
Facebook scam searches are usually about Marketplace payments, buyer overpayment stories, or pressure to move off-platform. This page groups the Facebook scam patterns already tracked in OpenScam.
Common searches
Watch for
- The buyer pushes the conversation out of Facebook or Messenger too early.
- A screenshot is used as proof of payment instead of a real balance change.
- A courier, refund, or upgrade story appears right before payment is finalized.
Marketplace payment reversal scam
A buyer on a marketplace uses fake payment confirmation, overpayment stories, or refund pressure to get goods without completing a legitimate payment.
Only trust the actual payment app or bank balance, not screenshots.
Casual sellers
U.S.
Zelle business account upgrade scam
A buyer sends a fake payment email claiming the seller must upgrade to a business account by refunding extra money first.
Trust only the balance shown inside your actual bank or payment app.
Casual sellers
U.S.
Fake shipping insurance buyer scam
A buyer says a courier requires insurance or verification fees before pickup and asks the seller to pay first.
Decline third-party shipping payments arranged entirely by the buyer.
Casual sellers
Global
Fake shipping protection escrow scam
A marketplace deal moves to a fake escrow or shipping-protection service that asks the buyer to release funds before delivery is verified.
Use only the platform's native checkout or a payment method with real buyer protection.
Buyers
Global
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