Saturday, 4 June 2022

Report an online scam ad

To report a scam ad, head to www.asa.org.uk/scams


Examples of such ads include:

  • - fake celebrity news, such as reporting a celebrity has been assaulted or has died when that is not true, or links through to websites making these claims
  • - false celebrity endorsements, such as claiming a celebrity made their money through cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and is encouraging others to do the same
  • - false claims that a celebrity or TV programme endorses products such as CBD gummies, diet supplements, or other health products
  • - clearly false or outlandish claims for products, for example that a device can save 90% on energy bills, or offering miracle cures.
Source: www.asa.org.uk/scams

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