Have you received a job offer text out of the blue? Be wary – it’s probably a scam.
The ACMA is warning the public about employment-related scams circulating via SMS and WhatsApp. These scams are designed to trick you into handing over money or personal information while applying for a purported new job.
The scams often impersonate well-known businesses such as Target and JB Hi-Fi. They also may not even mention a business at all. What they have in common is offers to work from home using your mobile phone with the promise of high earnings.
JB Hi-Fi and Target do not send unsolicited messages asking for personal details.
Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it’s probably a scam!
If you receive one of these messages:
- Do not open any links.
- Do not respond to the sender or provide any personal or financial details.
- Report it and delete it.
If you are unsure a message is legitimate, contact the sender using contact details you’ve identified yourself, such as through an official website or app.
Scammers target everyone. Learn more about how to protect yourself from phone scams on the ACMA website or make a report to Scamwatch.