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The SCARS Institute Encyclopedia of Scams
Twelve Years of Data
For more than twelve years, scam victims and volunteers reported the phone numbers, email addresses, names, and profiles that scammers used against them on AnyScam.com. That work now lives here, as the SCARS Institute AnyScam Database, rebuilt to make it easier to search, safer to use, and open to new reports.
Before you trust someone you met online, search for their phone number, email address, name, or profile link. You’ll see whether it has been reported to SCARS Institute, how often, and when. You can also read real messages that scammers have sent, with victims’ details removed, so you can learn to recognize their words before they reach you.
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AnyScam Scam Stats
Phone numbers, by country
United States or Canada67.2%
Ghana6.2%
Nigeria5.8%
United Kingdom5.1%
Philippines1.4%
Malaysia1.1%
South Africa1.0%
Ivory Coast0.8%
India0.8%
France0.7%
All others9.9%
Profiles, by platform
Facebook95.6%
Instagram2.8%
Google+0.8%
Other website0.3%
X (Twitter)0.2%
LinkedIn0.1%
Telegram0.0%
TikTok0.0%
YouTube0.0%
OkCupid0.0%
All others0.1%
Profiles, by the kind of persona
Fake persona: a man46.4%
Fake persona: military18.5%
Fake persona: a woman15.5%
Fake profile13.9%
Real scammer profile3.6%
Real person: a man1.4%
Real person: a woman0.5%
Social media page0.3%
Social media group0.0%
Percentages of reports made to SCARS Institute. Where scammers said they were is often false; identified locations come from investigations.
AnyScam Scam Database Message Examples
Real messages sent by scammers, as reported to SCARS Institute. Victims' names and contact details are removed.
Scam email · 2019
Apple l---VICTIM REDACTED---
2019/09/17 (火) 0:09
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NotificationAccount#140972.docx
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Scam email · 2019
---VICTIM REDACTED---
2019/09/06 (金) 3:49
自分
This proud Military Veteran was close to taking his own life...
After his Tinnitus had become so bad that he couldn't even sleep...
It was like torture...
And he had nowhere else to turn.
Then after surviving a brutal mugging that should've left him dead...
The veteran experienced a wild chance encounter...
That would ultimately lead to the discovery of a unique tinnitus relief method...
Something that began working immediately to mute his tinnitus – and make it like the ringing was never there!
Click here to see this tinnitus relief method for yourself.
You'll have to be quick though...
Because since this message has gone viral...
Thousands of people are all trying to cash in on this shockingly simple tinnitus relief method...
And I don't know how much longer this information is going to be available on the web…
2019/09/06 (金) 3:49
自分
This proud Military Veteran was close to taking his own life...
After his Tinnitus had become so bad that he couldn't even sleep...
It was like torture...
And he had nowhere else to turn.
Then after surviving a brutal mugging that should've left him dead...
The veteran experienced a wild chance encounter...
That would ultimately lead to the discovery of a unique tinnitus relief method...
Something that began working immediately to mute his tinnitus – and make it like the ringing was never there!
Click here to see this tinnitus relief method for yourself.
You'll have to be quick though...
Because since this message has gone viral...
Thousands of people are all trying to cash in on this shockingly simple tinnitus relief method...
And I don't know how much longer this information is going to be available on the web…
Read the whole message
---VICTIM REDACTED---
2019/09/06 (金) 3:49
自分
This proud Military Veteran was close to taking his own life...
After his Tinnitus had become so bad that he couldn't even sleep...
It was like torture...
And he had nowhere else to turn.
Then after surviving a brutal mugging that should've left him dead...
The veteran experienced a wild chance encounter...
That would ultimately lead to the discovery of a unique tinnitus relief method...
Something that began working immediately to mute his tinnitus – and make it like the ringing was never there!
Click here to see this tinnitus relief method for yourself.
You'll have to be quick though...
Because since this message has gone viral...
Thousands of people are all trying to cash in on this shockingly simple tinnitus relief method...
And I don't know how much longer this information is going to be available on the web for free.
Sincerely,
Martin Perrier
The Ringing Group
Marquis Health LLC ---ADDRESS REDACTED--- Suite R Sheridan, WY 82801
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2019/09/06 (金) 3:49
自分
This proud Military Veteran was close to taking his own life...
After his Tinnitus had become so bad that he couldn't even sleep...
It was like torture...
And he had nowhere else to turn.
Then after surviving a brutal mugging that should've left him dead...
The veteran experienced a wild chance encounter...
That would ultimately lead to the discovery of a unique tinnitus relief method...
Something that began working immediately to mute his tinnitus – and make it like the ringing was never there!
Click here to see this tinnitus relief method for yourself.
You'll have to be quick though...
Because since this message has gone viral...
Thousands of people are all trying to cash in on this shockingly simple tinnitus relief method...
And I don't know how much longer this information is going to be available on the web for free.
Sincerely,
Martin Perrier
The Ringing Group
Marquis Health LLC ---ADDRESS REDACTED--- Suite R Sheridan, WY 82801
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Scam email · 2019
Customer service
2019/09/07 (土) 1:45
自分
Walgreens 2019 Shopping Survey
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to get an exclusive reward up to $100
To qualify for this special offer, simply complete our
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2019/09/07 (土) 1:45
自分
Walgreens 2019 Shopping Survey
Congratulations! You have been selected
to get an exclusive reward up to $100
To qualify for this special offer, simply complete our
30-second marketing survey about your experiences
with Walgreens and choose your reward.
Take the Survey
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Scam email · 2019
---VICTIM REDACTED---
2019/09/07 (土) 8:40
自分
Hello,
With YouTube Song Downloader, you have downloaded many of your favorite songs legally for free. Now, you can listen to your favorite music at any time.
To further brighten up your time with your favourite music selection, we present the new YouTube Song Downloader 2019!
With this new version, we fulfill several customer wishes at once, so that your eyes will shine when discovering great innovations such as the modern editing option of ID3 tags, the typical additional MP3 information such as title, artist, cover art, etc.
Surprise yourself with the new features and upgrade now for only €7.90 to the new version 2019!
As always: No subscription. Pay once - keep forever!
UPGRADE NOW
This program is suitable for: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10
Best regards,
Dr. Sven Abels
_________________________________…
2019/09/07 (土) 8:40
自分
Hello,
With YouTube Song Downloader, you have downloaded many of your favorite songs legally for free. Now, you can listen to your favorite music at any time.
To further brighten up your time with your favourite music selection, we present the new YouTube Song Downloader 2019!
With this new version, we fulfill several customer wishes at once, so that your eyes will shine when discovering great innovations such as the modern editing option of ID3 tags, the typical additional MP3 information such as title, artist, cover art, etc.
Surprise yourself with the new features and upgrade now for only €7.90 to the new version 2019!
As always: No subscription. Pay once - keep forever!
UPGRADE NOW
This program is suitable for: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10
Best regards,
Dr. Sven Abels
_________________________________…
Read the whole message
---VICTIM REDACTED---
2019/09/07 (土) 8:40
自分
Hello,
With YouTube Song Downloader, you have downloaded many of your favorite songs legally for free. Now, you can listen to your favorite music at any time.
To further brighten up your time with your favourite music selection, we present the new YouTube Song Downloader 2019!
With this new version, we fulfill several customer wishes at once, so that your eyes will shine when discovering great innovations such as the modern editing option of ID3 tags, the typical additional MP3 information such as title, artist, cover art, etc.
Surprise yourself with the new features and upgrade now for only €7.90 to the new version 2019!
As always: No subscription. Pay once - keep forever!
UPGRADE NOW
This program is suitable for: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10
Best regards,
Dr. Sven Abels
__________________________________________________
Abelssoft
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---LINK REDACTED---
__________________________________________________
Microsoft Certified Partner
P.S.: You have received this message because you are a registered user of our software programs. Please visit our website to unsubscribe in case that you do not want to receive this newsletter any longer or click on this link to unsubscribe.
Your Privacy is Important to Us
You can read our privacy policy and general terms and conditions here and here. We will never sell your address to any third persons und use highest security standards on our servers. You can disagree the usage of your data at all time by clicking here free of charge (beside costs for your internet connection). If you have any further questions feel free to contact us.
Imprint
Abelssoft, Ascora GmbH, Birkenallee 43 | 27777 Ganderkesee, Germany | CEO: Dr. Sven Abels, Dr. Andreas Spiegel | HRB: 201973 Amtsgericht Oldenburg
2019/09/07 (土) 8:40
自分
Hello,
With YouTube Song Downloader, you have downloaded many of your favorite songs legally for free. Now, you can listen to your favorite music at any time.
To further brighten up your time with your favourite music selection, we present the new YouTube Song Downloader 2019!
With this new version, we fulfill several customer wishes at once, so that your eyes will shine when discovering great innovations such as the modern editing option of ID3 tags, the typical additional MP3 information such as title, artist, cover art, etc.
Surprise yourself with the new features and upgrade now for only €7.90 to the new version 2019!
As always: No subscription. Pay once - keep forever!
UPGRADE NOW
This program is suitable for: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10
Best regards,
Dr. Sven Abels
__________________________________________________
Abelssoft
---REDACTED---
---LINK REDACTED---
__________________________________________________
Microsoft Certified Partner
P.S.: You have received this message because you are a registered user of our software programs. Please visit our website to unsubscribe in case that you do not want to receive this newsletter any longer or click on this link to unsubscribe.
Your Privacy is Important to Us
You can read our privacy policy and general terms and conditions here and here. We will never sell your address to any third persons und use highest security standards on our servers. You can disagree the usage of your data at all time by clicking here free of charge (beside costs for your internet connection). If you have any further questions feel free to contact us.
Imprint
Abelssoft, Ascora GmbH, Birkenallee 43 | 27777 Ganderkesee, Germany | CEO: Dr. Sven Abels, Dr. Andreas Spiegel | HRB: 201973 Amtsgericht Oldenburg
Scam email · 2019
---VICTIM REDACTED---
2019/09/12 (木) 7:03
自分
here are the answers to your questions
Your Tarot Reading: so accurate that it will give you goosebumps!
☺ ☹ ☺ ☹ ☺
▋▋▋▋▋▋
Start Reading Now ⏩
Do not miss this opportunity!
Why? Because, great events are about to unfold, in your very near future!
If you have missed out on LUCK, MONEY, LOVE or AN HARMONIOUS FAMILY, I can tell you, that you must prepare yourself for the huge changes that are on the way.
Although it may seem incredible, in only a few seconds you will receive, entirely and at no charge, everything you need, to receive happiness, especially financially.
For this to happen, you only need to do one thing:
Request my extraordinary secrets that will give you all you need. My secrets will enable you to take this chance and I will send everything to you ... at no cost!
I urge you not to wait any longer!
My Best Wishes,
Chris,…
2019/09/12 (木) 7:03
自分
here are the answers to your questions
Your Tarot Reading: so accurate that it will give you goosebumps!
☺ ☹ ☺ ☹ ☺
▋▋▋▋▋▋
Start Reading Now ⏩
Do not miss this opportunity!
Why? Because, great events are about to unfold, in your very near future!
If you have missed out on LUCK, MONEY, LOVE or AN HARMONIOUS FAMILY, I can tell you, that you must prepare yourself for the huge changes that are on the way.
Although it may seem incredible, in only a few seconds you will receive, entirely and at no charge, everything you need, to receive happiness, especially financially.
For this to happen, you only need to do one thing:
Request my extraordinary secrets that will give you all you need. My secrets will enable you to take this chance and I will send everything to you ... at no cost!
I urge you not to wait any longer!
My Best Wishes,
Chris,…
Read the whole message
---VICTIM REDACTED---
2019/09/12 (木) 7:03
自分
here are the answers to your questions
Your Tarot Reading: so accurate that it will give you goosebumps!
☺ ☹ ☺ ☹ ☺
▋▋▋▋▋▋
Start Reading Now ⏩
Do not miss this opportunity!
Why? Because, great events are about to unfold, in your very near future!
If you have missed out on LUCK, MONEY, LOVE or AN HARMONIOUS FAMILY, I can tell you, that you must prepare yourself for the huge changes that are on the way.
Although it may seem incredible, in only a few seconds you will receive, entirely and at no charge, everything you need, to receive happiness, especially financially.
For this to happen, you only need to do one thing:
Request my extraordinary secrets that will give you all you need. My secrets will enable you to take this chance and I will send everything to you ... at no cost!
I urge you not to wait any longer!
My Best Wishes,
Chris, Tarot Reader - Psychic Medium - Parapsychologist
Chris
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2019/09/12 (木) 7:03
自分
here are the answers to your questions
Your Tarot Reading: so accurate that it will give you goosebumps!
☺ ☹ ☺ ☹ ☺
▋▋▋▋▋▋
Start Reading Now ⏩
Do not miss this opportunity!
Why? Because, great events are about to unfold, in your very near future!
If you have missed out on LUCK, MONEY, LOVE or AN HARMONIOUS FAMILY, I can tell you, that you must prepare yourself for the huge changes that are on the way.
Although it may seem incredible, in only a few seconds you will receive, entirely and at no charge, everything you need, to receive happiness, especially financially.
For this to happen, you only need to do one thing:
Request my extraordinary secrets that will give you all you need. My secrets will enable you to take this chance and I will send everything to you ... at no cost!
I urge you not to wait any longer!
My Best Wishes,
Chris, Tarot Reader - Psychic Medium - Parapsychologist
Chris
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Scam email · 2019
Customer service
2019/09/12 (木) 18:35
自分
Walgreens 2019 Shopping Survey
Congratulations! You have been selected
to get an exclusive reward up to $100
To qualify for this special offer, simply complete our
30-second marketing survey about your experiences
with Walgreens and choose your reward.
Take the Survey
click here to remove yourself from our emails list
or via email here
2019/09/12 (木) 18:35
自分
Walgreens 2019 Shopping Survey
Congratulations! You have been selected
to get an exclusive reward up to $100
To qualify for this special offer, simply complete our
30-second marketing survey about your experiences
with Walgreens and choose your reward.
Take the Survey
click here to remove yourself from our emails list
or via email here
Scam email · 2019
Apple l---VICTIM REDACTED---
2019/09/16 (月) 23:21
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DOC-ID#188446.docx
19 KB
Dear Client,
Statement CASE-ID #---REDACTED---
Notification of your account login on IP : [IP]
2019/09/16 (月) 23:21
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DOC-ID#188446.docx
19 KB
Dear Client,
Statement CASE-ID #---REDACTED---
Notification of your account login on IP : [IP]
Messages from a scammer · 2019
hahaha . Why so serious? do you think that you're powerful? accept or forget. bye
Messages from a scammer · 2019
Attn: ---VICTIM REDACTED---
Cc: ---VICTIM REDACTED---
Our Ref: 00NW/745/D19
We write to inform you that we have received your mail and confirmed the slip as the rightful beneficiary of this ATM card , Identity card information/No. Right now the only thing left is the Stamp Duty/Custom fee of $1,350 Dollars which you are required to settle before we can release this ATM card to be delivered to your address.
The breakdown of the charges is as stated below:
Stamp Duty: $500
Custom fee: $700
Service charge: $150
Total: One Thousand Three Hundred Fifty Dollars
Note; This resolution must be strictly obeyed to avoid funds getting into the hands of evil minded terrorist groups like Al-Qaeda and other terror organizations around the world, from propagating their barbaric activities.
Help us fight terrorism off the face of the earth; the power of Good must prevail over evil.
FBI ACTING DEPUT…
Cc: ---VICTIM REDACTED---
Our Ref: 00NW/745/D19
We write to inform you that we have received your mail and confirmed the slip as the rightful beneficiary of this ATM card , Identity card information/No. Right now the only thing left is the Stamp Duty/Custom fee of $1,350 Dollars which you are required to settle before we can release this ATM card to be delivered to your address.
The breakdown of the charges is as stated below:
Stamp Duty: $500
Custom fee: $700
Service charge: $150
Total: One Thousand Three Hundred Fifty Dollars
Note; This resolution must be strictly obeyed to avoid funds getting into the hands of evil minded terrorist groups like Al-Qaeda and other terror organizations around the world, from propagating their barbaric activities.
Help us fight terrorism off the face of the earth; the power of Good must prevail over evil.
FBI ACTING DEPUT…
Read the whole message
Attn: ---VICTIM REDACTED---
Cc: ---VICTIM REDACTED---
Our Ref: 00NW/745/D19
We write to inform you that we have received your mail and confirmed the slip as the rightful beneficiary of this ATM card , Identity card information/No. Right now the only thing left is the Stamp Duty/Custom fee of $1,350 Dollars which you are required to settle before we can release this ATM card to be delivered to your address.
The breakdown of the charges is as stated below:
Stamp Duty: $500
Custom fee: $700
Service charge: $150
Total: One Thousand Three Hundred Fifty Dollars
Note; This resolution must be strictly obeyed to avoid funds getting into the hands of evil minded terrorist groups like Al-Qaeda and other terror organizations around the world, from propagating their barbaric activities.
Help us fight terrorism off the face of the earth; the power of Good must prevail over evil.
FBI ACTING DEPUTY DIRECTOR,
Mr. David Lance Bowdich.
Note: You are hereby advised only to be in contact with Gordon Bitko the Chief Information Officer (CIO) who is the rightful person to deal with in-regards to the release of your ATM After Investigation and forward any emails you get from impostors to this office so we could act upon and commence investigation.
*********************************************************
ANTI- TERRORIST AND MONETARY CRIMES DIVISION
Director- General, Hon Dr .Duke Philips
Cc: ---VICTIM REDACTED---
Our Ref: 00NW/745/D19
We write to inform you that we have received your mail and confirmed the slip as the rightful beneficiary of this ATM card , Identity card information/No. Right now the only thing left is the Stamp Duty/Custom fee of $1,350 Dollars which you are required to settle before we can release this ATM card to be delivered to your address.
The breakdown of the charges is as stated below:
Stamp Duty: $500
Custom fee: $700
Service charge: $150
Total: One Thousand Three Hundred Fifty Dollars
Note; This resolution must be strictly obeyed to avoid funds getting into the hands of evil minded terrorist groups like Al-Qaeda and other terror organizations around the world, from propagating their barbaric activities.
Help us fight terrorism off the face of the earth; the power of Good must prevail over evil.
FBI ACTING DEPUTY DIRECTOR,
Mr. David Lance Bowdich.
Note: You are hereby advised only to be in contact with Gordon Bitko the Chief Information Officer (CIO) who is the rightful person to deal with in-regards to the release of your ATM After Investigation and forward any emails you get from impostors to this office so we could act upon and commence investigation.
*********************************************************
ANTI- TERRORIST AND MONETARY CRIMES DIVISION
Director- General, Hon Dr .Duke Philips
A scammer’s profile text · 2019
Han Chiang University College(韓江传媒大學學院)
comedian , Cathay Pacific services staff ,
comedian , Cathay Pacific services staff ,
