How to Spot and Avoid Facebook Scams

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In this video, Mahalo computer expert Sean Hewitt shows you how to avoid Facebook scams.

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What Is Facebook Phishing?

Facebook phishing is when someone uses Facebook to encourage you to click on a link or go to an outside site. This may occur via Facebook messages, wall posts or "Likes" and can spread to all of your Facebook friends.

Recognize and Protect Against Phishing Scams

Examine the URL address in the message and check if it actually goes to where it claims. If it looks suspicious, enter the address in an internet search engine and look for the company information or warnings from other users.
If you accidentally "Like" a page that is a scam, make sure you "Unlike" it and then report it as soon as possible.
If you've been a victim of a phishing scam, always change your account password. If you don't, the phisher will still have access to your login information and will be able to send scams to all your friends.
Make your Facebook account more secure by browsing with a secure connection. You can do this by going to Account, Account Settings, scroll to Account Security, click on Browse on secure connection and click Save.