Scammers are using a new trick to steal your money and personal information: a fake COVID vaccine survey.
People across the country report that they are receiving unexpected emails and text messages asking them to complete a time-limited survey about the Pfizer, Moderna, or AstraZeneca vaccine (and no doubt there may be one about the vaccine as well. Johnson & Johnson). In return, people are offered a free reward, but are asked to pay the shipping charges.
If you receive an email or text message like this, STEP ON THE BRAKE. Is a gotcha.
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In no legitimate survey you will be asked for your credit card or bank account number to pay for something in exchange for a “free” reward.
If you receive an email or a text message and you have questions about where it comes from:
- Do not click on any of the links or open the attachments. Doing so could install harmful malicious programs that steal your personal information without your realizing it.
- Do not call or use the number in the email or text message. If you want to call the company that supposedly sent the message, look up their phone number online.
Remember:
- Don’t give your bank account, credit card or personal information over the phone to someone who contacts you unexpectedly.
- You can filter unwanted text messages that come to your phone through your cell phone service provider or with a call blocking app.
- If you receive an email or text message asking for your personal information and you think it might be a scam, tell the FTC at ReporteFraude.ftc.gov.
For more information on fraud and scams related to COVID, visit ftc.gov/coronavirus/es.-
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