Who are droppers and how not to become a victim of fraud
Who is a dropper
A dropper is a person who defrauds other people or organizations by receiving money or goods for purposes other than those for which they were intended. Droppers often pretend to be legitimate companies or individuals, and they may use a variety of tactics to deceive their victims. For example, they may:
- Post fake job listings and collect application fees from victims.
- Sell counterfeit goods or services.
- Solicit donations for fake charities.
- Offer investment opportunities that are too good to be true.
- Conduct phishing scams to steal people's personal information.
How not to become a victim of fraud
There are a few things you can do to protect yourself from droppers:
- Be skeptical of unsolicited offers. If you receive an offer that seems too good to be true, it probably is. Do your research before you respond to any offer, and be wary of any company or individual that you don't know.
- Never send money or provide personal information to someone you don't know. If you're not sure whether a company or individual is legitimate, don't give them any of your personal information. You can always contact the company or individual directly to verify their identity.
- Be careful about what you post online. Never post your personal information on social media or other public websites. Droppers may use this information to target you for fraud.
- Report any suspected fraud to the authorities. If you believe you have been the victim of fraud, report it to the police or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
