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Scammer Proof Of Life / Sign Photos

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Proof Of Life / Sign Photos

One Of The Logical Things To Ask A Potential Real Person Or A Scammer Is Proof Of Life!

Updated August 2021

In other words to send you a photo proving they are real.

Proof of Life - Fake Sign Photo

Proof of Life – Fake Sign Photo – Photoshopped

Beware Of Sign Pictures:

You should use all the other clues to determine if you are talking to a scammer.  However, if you have doubt, ask for proof of life in the form of a sign photo.

Watch out though.  Scammers are good at fraud.  They can send a photo that shows a sign, as they are easily photoshopped. So ask for something obvious like them holding a daily newspaper with that day’s date.

The good news is that most scammers use stolen photos, and this means they have no way to provide a PROOF photo.  BUT some do because the person they stole the photos from had them in their galleries, or they will edit a photo to make one.

The place where this breaks down and are the dangerous ones are the real people scammers.  These are real people, or at least have a real person to hook you.  They know there is almost nothing you can do to them, so there are thousands of real scammers around the world (mostly in Southeast Asia, such as the Philippines, and also in Eastern Europe and Latin America).  They will send you all the photos you could ever want, but in the end, it proved nothing – you are still being scammed.

Ultimately, Use What You Know, And If You Smell A Rat, Move On!

Gallery Of Fake Sign Photos

Gallery Of Real Scammer Sign Photos

In Fact, You Can Make Your Own Fake Signs Here:  BoobSignGenerator.com

Fake Sign Photo

Fake Sign Photo

Make Your Own Scammer Wanted Posters Too!

Scammer Proof Of Life / Sign Photos - ANTI-SCAM TIP [Updated] scammer wanted poster

Here is a catalog of other free Sign Generators that you can use (scammers do too!)

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Published On: November 8th, 2018Last Updated: December 19th, 2022Categories: Scammer Galleries & CollectionsTags: , , , , , , , , , , 0 Comments on Scammer Proof Of Life / Sign Photos – ANTI-SCAM TIP [Updated]342 words1.9 min readTotal Views: 8779Daily Views: 2

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At the SCARS Institute, we invite you to do your own research on the topics we speak about and publish, Our team investigates the subject being discussed, especially when it comes to understanding the scam victims-survivors experience. You can do Google searches but in many cases, you will have to wade through scientific papers and studies. However, remember that biases and perspectives matter and influence the outcome. Regardless, we encourage you to explore these topics as thoroughly as you can for your own awareness.

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Some of our articles discuss various aspects of victims. This is both about better understanding victims (the science of victimology) and their behaviors and psychology. This helps us to educate victims/survivors about why these crimes happened and to not blame themselves, better develop recovery programs, and to help victims avoid scams in the future. At times this may sound like blaming the victim, but it does not blame scam victims, we are simply explaining the hows and whys of the experience victims have.

These articles, about the Psychology of Scams or Victim Psychology – meaning that all humans have psychological or cognitive characteristics in common that can either be exploited or work against us – help us all to understand the unique challenges victims face before, during, and after scams, fraud, or cybercrimes. These sometimes talk about some of the vulnerabilities the scammers exploit. Victims rarely have control of them or are even aware of them, until something like a scam happens and then they can learn how their mind works and how to overcome these mechanisms.

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The information provided in this article is intended for educational and self-help purposes only and should not be construed as a substitute for professional therapy or counseling.

While any self-help techniques outlined herein may be beneficial for scam victims seeking to recover from their experience and move towards recovery, it is important to consult with a qualified mental health professional before initiating any course of action. Each individual’s experience and needs are unique, and what works for one person may not be suitable for another.

Additionally, any approach may not be appropriate for individuals with certain pre-existing mental health conditions or trauma histories. It is advisable to seek guidance from a licensed therapist or counselor who can provide personalized support, guidance, and treatment tailored to your specific needs.

If you are experiencing significant distress or emotional difficulties related to a scam or other traumatic event, please consult your doctor or mental health provider for appropriate care and support.

Also read our SCARS Institute Statement about Professional Care for Scam Victims – click here to go to our ScamsNOW.com website.

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