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How to Report a Scam Facebook Ad

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Author: Nichlaus O.

November 9, 2021

All that glitters is not gold. Nowhere is this saying truer than with Facebook Ads. Beautiful and attractive fake advertisements that lead to scam Ecommerce sites are easily the number one channel that get consumers scammed online.

So, what is a Scam Ad on Facebook? It is an ad that:

  • Is selling inferior quality products while advertising superior quality items.
  • Is not at all what it claims to sell.
  • Has none of the products which they have put on the ad. If you pay, nothing will be delivered. You’ll simply lose money. 
  • Directs you to a phishing site to steal your personal information.
  • Sells something completely different from what is advertised. The ad was to get your attention to click. 

You can read more about scam Facebook ads in our article ‘Chinese Scammer Reveals His Secrets’. 

Thankfully, Facebook is doing what it can to remove fake Ads that are reported by consumers. The site has directions for reporting Scam Ads which are pretty straight forward as shown below: 

"If you believe that an ad on Facebook violates our Advertising Policies, you can report it. To report an ad that you see on Facebook:

  • Click next to the ad that you want to report
  • Click Report ad and then follow the on-screen instructions.
    Reports like these help improve the integrity and relevance of advertising on Facebook, and may result in another review of the ad by our ad review systems."

Reporting a Scam Facebook Ad

Let’s walk through the actual process of reporting an Ad you find to be suspicious or are sure is a scam. Here is what you will see: 

1. Click on the *** button on the right side of the scam Ad. Then, select “report ad”. 

2. On the box appears, select the top option: “Misleading or scam”

3. There you go! It’s done.

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How to Protect Yourself and Your Family After a Data Breach When Your Data Falls Into the Wrong Hands Just received that terrifying notification? Or perhaps you've noticed suspicious activity in your accounts? Take a deep breath. A data breach, the unauthorized access or exposure of sensitive, protected, or confidential data, is a deeply unsettling event. It can plunge you into a world of worry, bringing risks from financial losses and identity theft to significant emotional distress and reputational damage. The numbers don't lie: according to a 2024 report, the number of data breach victim notices has grown by a staggering 211% year-over-year. This isn't just a distant threat; it's a stark reality many individuals face. This year alone, we've seen major organizations like Adidas and Qantas grapple with high-profile data breaches, affecting countless customers. This underscores a critical truth: nobody is untouchable. Subsequently, strategic action is the only way to minimize the risk and protect your future. This guide is your emergency action plan, designed to walk you through every crucial step—from confirming the breach to fortifying your digital life for the long term. Part 1: Confirming the Breach and Understanding the Damage The very first step is to answer the question definitively: Was my data compromised, and if so, how badly? Start with the basics: Check Official NotificationsReputable companies are legally obligated to inform you if your data was part of a breach. Look for official emails, letters, or public announcements. Check Verified Breach DatabasesPlatforms like HaveIBeenPwned help you see if