Beware! Fake Screwfix Father’s Day Prize Spreading on WhatsApp
A dodgy WhatsApp message is doing the rounds, promising a free DeWalt Combi Drill for Father’s Day – all wrapped up in convincing Screwfix branding.
The scam message, sent by your own contacts, starts with: “2022 Father’s Day Giveaway – Screwfix. Get your DeWalt Combi Drill for free. screwfix.com” but then reroutes you to a suspicious Russian website. Classic phishing trick.
Screwfix Issues Warning to Customers
Screwfix has slammed the fake messages on its official Twitter, saying:
“We are aware of fake messages circulating via WhatsApp and other social channels using Screwfix branding. If you receive a suspicious message, we strongly advise you to delete it and not to click any links or share it with your contacts.
We would never request personal information from our customers via WhatsApp to enter a competition.”
How to Spot the Scam and Stay Safe
- Check the link carefully – it doesn’t lead to the official Screwfix site.
- Be wary if a message urges you to click or share quickly.
- Never give personal details via WhatsApp to claim prizes.
If you get one of these messages, open it, then hit Block and Report. You can also forward suspicious texts to 7726 to alert your mobile provider, and report scams to Action Fraud.
Don’t fall for it – keep your drill safe and your data safer!
