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🚨 Warning: Don’t Get Tricked by This Scam!
I want to warn other freelancers about a scam targeting talented developers.
I was contacted by someone claiming to be Brittany Chabot, Project Supervisor, offering a freelance project.
They said my payment would be processed through Windsor Public Library and asked for my bank details to upload to their “payment portal.”
Here’s why it’s a scam:
- Fake company info – A public library does not pay freelancers like this.
- Unprofessional communication – They used a Gmail address ([email protected]) and even added emojis.
- Pressure tactics – They kept saying things like “upload your details in less than 5 minutes” to rush me.
- Fake fees – They asked me to buy a “SAFF Membership Card” to get my “salary.” Real clients never ask freelancers to pay to get paid.
- Promises of instant payment – Scammers often promise quick money, but it never happens.
I only shared my IBAN and basic bank info, which cannot be used to steal money. I did not share OTPs, PINs, passwords, or email access, which would have been dangerous.
Key lessons:
- Always check if the client’s email and company are real.
- Never pay money to get paid.
- Use secure payment platforms like Payoneer, Wise, Upwork escrow, or PayPal.
- Ignore pressure, fake portals, or membership fees.
Scammer info for awareness:
- Name used: Brittany Chabot, Project Supervisor 🧭🌐
- Email: [email protected]
- Story: Payment requires a “membership card” and portal registration.
Freelancers, stay safe. Trust your instincts and verify clients before sharing anything.
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🚨 Warning: Don’t Get Tricked by This Scam!
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