One of the most common types of job scams are task scams. This is where you’re asked to complete simple tasks at home on your computer for a small fee. It’s also not uncommon for scammers to pay you a small earning at the start of a job scam to make it appear legitimate.
We've seen a recent example of this type of scam which claims to offer as much as £800 for carrying out simple tasks on eBay. Find out what to look out for and the tactics job scammers use to lure in victims.
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Source: Which? (15 May 2025)
