Rising Online Job Scams in the Name of Alibaba, Daraz Amazon & Others
Beware! Rising Online Job Scams in the Name of
Alibaba, Daraz Amazon & Others
In the digital age, the
internet has opened many doors to job opportunities. Unfortunately, it has also
opened doors for scammers to deceive innocent people, especially those
who are desperate to earn a livelihood online. Fake online jobs that promise
high earnings with little effort have become a trap for thousands. In countries
like Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and others, such frauds are increasing
daily—many disguised as part-time remote jobs from reputed companies like Alibaba,
Daraz, Amazon, and TikTok.
This blog post is a wake-up
call for everyone seeking online income. Learn about the methods used by
scammers and how you can protect yourself and others.
1. The
Alibaba Investment Fraud
Many victims report
receiving WhatsApp or Telegram messages saying:
“Earn
Rs.3,000 to Rs.30,000 daily by working with Alibaba! Easy task, just invest and
complete orders!”
They’re told they will be
assigned "virtual tasks" like boosting sales or completing fake
product orders to increase product rankings. Here's how the trap works:
- You are told to "invest"
a small amount (e.g., Rs.1,000) to begin.
- You do a few tasks and see quick
profits (e.g., Rs.1,200 or Rs.1,500).
- Then, bigger tasks appear that
require Rs.5,000 or Rs.10,000.
- If you can't complete a full cycle
or don’t invest more, your previous money is locked and declared "unrecoverable."
In reality, there is no
connection with Alibaba. It’s a network of scammers using fake names and
logos to steal your money. Once they get your trust and larger investment, they
disappear.
2.
Daraz Task Fraud Scheme
Another popular scam that
is circulating is the Daraz task scam. Victims are approached via
WhatsApp or even job listing websites like OLX, Rozee.pk, or Facebook.
They are told:
“Daraz
is hiring freelancers to complete order simulations and improve product
visibility.”
The steps are very similar
to Alibaba scams:
- You’re asked to create a fake
buyer account.
- You're assigned to
"simulate" purchases by paying from your own funds.
- You're promised that your
investment will return with profit after "task completion."
- The more you invest, the more
you're promised to earn.
Eventually, they will ask
for a large lump-sum investment for a “final task” to unlock your total
balance. If you fail to pay or delay, your money is gone.
⚠️ Remember: No official company like Daraz will ever ask you to
invest your own money for doing tasks.
3. The
TikTok or YouTube Monetization Scam
In this scam:
- You're told that you can earn
from YouTube or TikTok monetization programs.
- You are promised followers, likes,
watch time, and revenue in exchange for money.
- Fake dashboards are shown with
growing earnings, and you are encouraged to "upgrade" your
package to access funds.
After you keep upgrading,
the system suddenly stops responding, or you’re told your account is “under
review.”
These scams feed on
people’s dreams of becoming influencers or earning passive income, but they’re
completely fake and have no connection with real monetization programs
of TikTok or YouTube.
4.
Captcha Entry, Data Entry & Typing Jobs
One of the oldest but still
widespread scams is data entry or typing jobs, such as:
People are offered Rs.25,000
to Rs.50,000 per month, but:
- They are first asked to pay a
registration fee.
- Once paid, either no work is
provided, or you get impossible targets.
- If you fail, you're told you violated
the agreement, and now you owe them a penalty.
Fake legal notices and
blackmail are used to extort more money.
5.
Forex & Crypto Investment Traps
Scammers also pretend to
offer jobs like:
They show fake profits on
dashboards and ask you to invest more. Once you've invested a good amount, the
app or website stops working, or your funds get "locked for
verification."
These fake platforms have
no real trading backend—just visual dashboards designed to fool.
6.
Work-from-Home Amazon Job Scams
Amazon is another name used
frequently:
- You receive messages that Amazon
is hiring remote workers.
- You're given tasks to
"increase ratings" or "simulate orders".
- You’re told to deposit money
for account activation, task balance, or software.
Like others, it's just
another "task scam" with fake Amazon branding.
🔍 Red Flags to Watch Out For
- Asking for money upfront
for any job or task.
- Too-good-to-be-true promises
(e.g., Rs.3,000/day without effort).
- Job offers sent via WhatsApp,
Telegram, or Facebook DM.
- No contract, website,
or verifiable company profile.
- Use of fake dashboards or
apps to show growing balance.
- Emotional pressure: “Hurry! Offer
ends today!”
✅ How to Stay Safe
1.
Never
invest money in
order to work. Real jobs pay you, not the other way around.
2.
Verify
the company:
Check official websites and job portals.
3.
Use
platforms like:
o
Rozee.pk
o
LinkedIn
o
Upwork
o
Fiverr
4.
Search
for reviews:
Google the name + "scam" before trusting.
5.
If you
feel suspicious, stop and talk to someone you trust.
6.
Report
scams to:
o
FIA
Cyber Crime Wing (Pakistan): https://complaint.fia.gov.pk
o
Local
police or cybercrime cell
📢 Final Words
In today’s economy, it's
natural to look for extra income. But don't let urgency blind you. These
scammers know how to play with psychology, especially people’s hopes, financial
needs, and trust in big names like Alibaba or Daraz.
If you’ve been scammed, don’t
stay silent. Speak up, report it, and help others avoid the same mistake.
Stay
informed. Stay cautious. Don’t fall for easy-money traps—because there’s no
shortcut to real success.
Comments
Post a Comment
"We love hearing from you! Please keep comments respectful and on-topic. 😊"