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     Scam alert involving Publisher's Clearing House contest

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     VERIFY: Do people really win the Publishers Clearing House Sweepstakes or is it a scam?

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     I won 4.5 Million Dollars! | Fake Publishers Clearing House Scam

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2. www.youtube.com › watchThis Publishers Clearing House scam is making the ... - YouTube

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   Dec 7, 2023 · The letter said the $9,450 check was to “assist” with “taxes and processing fees” and was to be deposited only after calling a number provided to verify her bank information. Then she’d ...

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3. www.youtube.com › watchScam alert involving Publisher's Clearing House contest - YouTube

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   Mar 18, 2022 · The Better Business Bureau is warning about a scam involving the Publisher's Clearing House contest that is circulating right now. Three people have turned over tens of thousands of...

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4. www.youtube.com › watchPublishers Clearing House seeing rise in prize giveaway scams

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   According to the Federal Trade Commission, scams are running rampant across the country.Folks are falling victim to scammers who claim they’ve won the famous...

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5. www.bbb.org › article › news-releasesBBB Scam Alert: Don't fall for this sweepstakes scam ...

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   Jun 21, 2024 · Scammers are impersonating Publishers Clearing House in a sweepstakes scam. Learn how to spot and avoid these common scams.

6. malwaretips.com › blogs › publishers-clearing-house-scamBeware The FAKE Publishers Clearing House (PCH) Phone Call Scam

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   Feb 18, 2024 · The Publishers Clearing House scam usually starts with an unexpected phone call, email, text message, or social media message informing you that you’ve won a lucrative cash prize or luxury item.

7. www.snopes.com › fact-check › publishers-clearingPublishers Clearing House Phone Call Scam Targets Victims

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   May 20, 2022 · An old Publishers Clearing House sweepstakes phone scam usually asks for taxes and various fees to be paid up front in order to claim a supposed prize.

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   What is a Publishers Clearing House Phone Scam?

   • An old Publishers Clearing House sweepstakes phone scam usually asks for taxes and various fees to be paid up front in order to claim a supposed prize. A Publishers Clearing House phone scam went around again in May 2022. (Image courtesy of Grace Maina/Getty Images)

   Publishers Clearing House Phone Call Scam Targets Victims

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   Is the Publishers Clearing House (PCH) sweepstakes a scam?

   • In May 2022, Google and Twitter users were searching for answers after receiving phone calls from scammers who claimed to be affiliated with the Publishers Clearing House (PCH) sweepstakes. However, this was nothing more than an old scam.

   Publishers Clearing House Phone Call Scam Targets Victims

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   Are Publishers Clearing House prizes paid in person?

   • All Publishers Clearing House prizes are awarded in person, as this user knew when receiving a scam call: On top of the fact that all prizes are awarded in person, Publishers Clearing House does not ask that any taxes or other kinds of fees be paid up front for wiring the money or for any other reason.

   Publishers Clearing House Phone Call Scam Targets Victims

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   Does Publishers Clearing House notify winners over the phone?

   • According to the official website for Publishers Clearing House, the company does not notify any winners of their prizes over the phone. They also don't reach out to potential winners over Facebook, Twitter, or on other social media platforms. All Publishers Clearing House prizes are awarded in person, as this user knew when receiving a scam call:

   Publishers Clearing House Phone Call Scam Targets Victims

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9. www.bitdefender.com › blog › hotforsecurityHow to Avoid Publishers Clearing House Scams Like a Real Winner

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   Jun 10, 2024 · Publishers Clearing House (PCH) is a well-known, legitimate sweepstakes company that has awarded over half a billion dollars in prizes since its founding in 1953. However, scammers frequently exploit the PCH name to target and deceive people, particularly senior citizens and those less familiar with cybercrime tactics.