Internet Scams

What is an internet Hoax?

An Internet hoax is a fabricated story or urban legend that spreads primarily through the Internet, often via email. These stories make false claims or attempt to persuade readers that something is happening when it is not. Hoaxes typically play on people’s emotions or desires—for example, circulating emails that claim to show images of highly improbable events.

Some hoaxes may also contain malicious software that can harm a computer if the email is opened or attachments are downloaded. The reasons behind the creation of such hoaxes and chain messages are unclear, though they are often driven by the intent to deceive or cause harm to others.

The word “scam” alone can evoke fear.
With millions of people browsing the web every day, the Internet has become an essential tool for communication, shopping, learning, and exploring. It allows users to stay connected with loved ones across great distances, purchase items from far-off places, and access information on virtually anything—from cities and hotels to recipes and countries. It’s the fastest, easiest, and most cost-effective way to stay informed and connected.

However, not everyone uses the Internet with good intentions. Many individuals exploit it to deceive and harm others. Countless scams and viruses are designed to lure unsuspecting users, with the ultimate goal of stealing their hard-earned money or accessing their personal information.

To protect yourself from these threats, it’s important to install reliable antivirus software on your computer. While it may not prevent every scam, it can significantly reduce your risk of falling victim. We’ve outlined the most common types of Internet hoaxes and scams on our website—visit us to learn how to stay safe online.

We are providing the Spam Checker Tool for your convenience. Here, you can enter the email or the contact number that you suspect to be a scam. This tool checks it with our spam database list and ensures whether the email or the phone number is a real or bogus one.

If you are a victim of Ghana fraud, submit the scammer's details here.