Copycat Scam Alert MyFlexJob Is NOT FlexJobs

Copycat Scam Alert MyFlexJob Is NOT FlexJobs Copycat Scam Alert MyFlexJob Is NOT They say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, right? Well, not in this case. has unfortunately become aware of several scam sites using our good name to leverage their own scams, particularly myflexjob dot com,corp dot com, and onlineflexjob dot com (we are not linking to them so that Google does not misinterpret our link as an endorsement of any kind). While this is a trademark infringement, which we’re working to correct, were most concerned that it’s incredibly frustrating for job seekers who confuse the real with these scam sites. MyFlexJob vs. Here are some of the most important details you should know about these scams and how you can tell the difference between then and the real, legitimate. Site MyFlexJob (Scam) (Real) Actual Website myflexjob [dot] com .com BBB-rating BBB F BBB A+ Sitejabber Review 1 Star Rating 5 Star Rating Types of Jobs Surveys Job Categories Contact Information None Contact Page Legitimate NO! YES! While we are incredibly frustrated with this situation and are working with the appropriate authorities to get these scam sites removed, we also realize that we’re not alone- even companies such as CNBC, General Electric, and UnitedHealth Group have all been the victim of copycat scam sites. So, we want to share some important information to help make sure job seekers do not fall for a copycat scam website before you provide any personal or financial information. How a Copycat Scam Job Site Usually Works and How to Spot Them It’s important to know that copycat scam sites typically steal a good, legitimate company’s name or brand to gain false trust from job seekers. In order to show you how this can happen, we’ll use ourselves as an example so that you can spot the differences between our legitimate site and the scam sites. These tips also apply to pretty much any copycat site. Look at the web address- if you’re not at.com, you’re not on our site.   Little differences in the web address can lead you to a potential scam website or copycat. Missing the “s” at the end of a company name can take you to a false website that looks similar to the one you are seeking. The official and legitimate web address (i.e., URL, domain name) for is.com. We don’t operate under any other domain names, so if you’re not on.com, you’re not on our site.Its important to note that the.com part is so critical. 2 Ways to Be Sure Youre on the Real Site Bookmark the homepage and use that to make sure you always go to our website. Do a Google search of the company name of the site you want to be on, then look at the organic results (not the ads that might be at the top or in the sidebar). Typically the legitimate company will be in the top of the organic results, and you can compare that web address to any others that might seem suspicious. What to Do If You Think Youve Found a Copycat Do not respond to unsolicited emails. only contacts our audience with limited correspondence- for example, a weekly newsletter if you’ve opted in or daily job alerts if you’re a full member. Our email address will always have our domain name after the @ symbol (i.e., example@.com). All emails, both from our employees and automatic notification emails, will come from the domain name. If you receive an email that implies it is from, but the links in the email take you to domains that could be a copycat site, please do contact for clarification. Some companies (NOT) contact candidates through sites like LinkedIn, Craigslist, instant messenger (IM), or other platforms where it is difficult to identify the true legitimacy of the person contacting you. In all of these types of cases, be on the lookout for red flags and always ask for the main contact information of the company (phone, website, address, etc.) as a prerequisite so that you can confirm the identity and legitimacy of the “conversation” before you give any personal or financial information out. When in doubt, contact directly. We have a stellar Client Services team who is more than happy to answer any questions you have. We can help determine if you’ve been dealing with a scam website and teach you how to find legitimate flexible jobs. We are here to help, and we love educating job seekers on ways to combat and avoid job scams and unsavory websites. Phone: 1-866-991-9222 Email: feedback@.com Virtual Chat: https://www..com/contact How to Determine If You’ve Been Scammed Here are some of the telltale signs that you may have been the victim of a scam: You’ve been asked to complete bogus recruitment documentation, such as application forms, terms and conditions of employment, or visa forms. There is an early request for personal information such as address, date of birth, financial information, etc. Email correspondence with the site comes from free web-based email accounts such as Yahoo.com, Gmail.com, and others. You’ve been offered or guaranteed a job with little or no interview process or any of the other steps of a legitimate job search. What to Do If You Think You’ve Been Scammed If you think youve been scammed by a copycat site, there are some steps you need to take. Its important to act quickly. We hope you never have to use these, but just in case, heres what to do. Please send the copycat scam email you received to feedback@.com. The email should include complete contact details with the information relating to the fraud suspected. Please include the original subject line and the complete, unedited content of the email message. Notify financial institutions, the police, and the Federal Trade Commission.  If you have given out personal financial information, contact your financial institution (credit card or bank) immediately to report your suspicions. In many instances, you can ask your financial institution to impose a password protection to prevent the unauthorized release of funds. If necessary, report any loss of funds to your bank, the police, and the Federal Trade Commission by calling 1-877-FTC-HELP or file a complaint with the FTC online. The Federal Trade Commission also created this video to help you act after finding a scam. You can also  view it here at the FTCs website. Helps to Keep You Safe in Your Job Search At, the safety of job seekers has always been our top priority. Our goal is to help people find legitimate employment and stay safe while job searching. By making you aware of these fraudulent schemes, we hope to keep you and all job seekers from being victimized. It is important when working online or looking for jobs online to ensure that you are making smart, safe choices that will lead to flexible work success. By doing a little homework on the companies you are interested in applying with and the places that you do business, you can avoid having your identity stolen or money scammed out of your account. The very purpose behind the creation of was to find these “needle in a haystack” jobs without having to weed through junk to find it. Make sure when you are seeking a flexible job that you look to the established and award-winning site.