Can you really win a Facebook Range Rover giveaway?

You cannot win a free Range Rover from a Facebook Range Rover giveaway post – in most cases, it is likely a scam.

When I heard about a Facebook Range Rover giveaway, I couldn’t help but chuckle at the thought of yet another giveaway scam.

The Facebook Range Rover giveaway scam

The internet is full of scams, and giveaways on social media are no exception.

Scammers are always finding new ways to trick people, and the Facebook Range Rover giveaway is just the latest in a long line of fraudulent schemes.

The allure of a free Range Rover is too good to be true, and unfortunately, many people fall for this type of scam.

How the scam works

The scam starts with a Facebook post claiming that you can win a Range Rover just by liking and sharing the post.

In some cases, the post may direct you to click a link to enter the giveaway. The post may come from a fake brand page or a hijacked account, making it look authentic.

Once you like and share the post, the scammers may ask for your personal information, such as your name, phone number, and email address.

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They may even ask for your credit card information or ask you to complete a survey.

The reality of the giveaway scam

In reality, these Facebook Range Rover giveaways are just another way for scammers to get your personal information.

They sell this information to other scammers, who then bombard you with unwanted emails, texts, and phone calls.

In some cases, the scammers may use your personal information to commit identity theft, leaving you with a mess to clean up.

How to avoid the scam

If you come across a Facebook Range Rover giveaway post, the best thing you can do is ignore it.

There is no such thing as a free Range Rover, and by liking and sharing the post, you are only helping the scammers.

You should also report the post to Facebook, as they will take it down if it violates their policies.

Be sure to also educate your friends and family about these types of scams, so they don’t fall victim to them.

Red flags to look for

Here are some red flags to watch out for when it comes to Facebook Range Rover giveaway scams:

  • The post comes from a brand page or a hijacked account, rather than an official Range Rover page
  • The post asks you to share, like, or comment on the post to enter the giveaway
  • The post directs you to a suspicious-looking website or asks you to provide personal information

By being vigilant and aware of these red flags, you can avoid falling for this type of scam.

Last updated and verified on 4th September 2023

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Gareth Boyd
Gareth Boyd

An avid Land Rover fan, and lover of all models, specifically Range Rover Sports. Having owned over 5 Ranger Rover models, he has encountered every error code and problem you could imagine!

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