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Spotting the Red Flags: A Facebook Ticket Scam Survival Guide

March 14, 2024

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It's widely known that social media is rife with scammers. You've likely encountered messages from supposed royalty or seen suspicious ticket offers on band and festival posts. Perhaps you've even received notifications from fake "Facebook admins" requesting personal information. (They call that "Phishing", and not the kind of Phishing we like.)

Nowadays, scammers have extended their reach into fan groups, offering non-existent tickets for sale. This poses a significant problem as victims are left with no tickets and no means of recourse to get their money back. Fans deserve a safe place to buy, sell & trade tickets for face value - that's why we created CashorTrade, the only face-value ticketing community of it's kind.

Ticket scammers on Facebook can be tough to spot, but trusting a profile before vetting it can often have unseen consequences for fans. Join us as we delve into the world of ticket scams on Facebook, shedding light on their methods and providing users with tools to stay safe.

Ticketing Scams on Facebook:

CashorTrade, alongside our web and mobile apps, maintains a strong presence in online Fan Groups, offering a secure platform for fans to buy, sell, and trade tickets at face value. We understand firsthand the hazards of ticketing on Facebook.

While scams targeting live music fans are nothing new, advancements in technology have made them more prevalent. In the past, scammers had to physically forge fake tickets. Nowadays, they merely need a screenshot or QR code. Excited fans, believing these to be genuine, hastily transfer money through apps like Venmo or CashApp, only to realize they've been duped with no means of recourse.

With numerous Facebook groups dedicated to artists and events, scammers have ample opportunities to prey on unsuspecting fans. However, there are telltale signs to watch for when dealing with a potetial scammer on Facebook:

  • New profiles
  • Lack of or suspicious profile pictures
  • Unusual names or excessive friends and groups
  • Overly active in ticketing groups
  • Insistent on communicating through direct messages rather than within the group

Unfortunately, some scammers operate in organized groups, mimicking legitimate fan communities to deceive users.

That's why your best recourse of action is taking the sale to CashorTrade, where fans can safely transact with vetted profiles knowing that their transactions will be fully protected.


Managing Your Own Fan Facebook Group:

Creating a Facebook group for fellow fans requires vigilant management to keep scammers at bay and members protected. Here are some strategies:

  • Set the group to private
  • Require prospective members to answer questions and agree to group rules
  • Approve posts before they appear
  • Monitor comments and ban suspicious accounts

While this can be time-consuming, it's necessary to prevent honest fans from falling victim to scams.

How CashorTrade Can Help:

We understand the joy fans find in discussing their favorite artists on social media. For years, we've managed Facebook groups for various artists, offering a safe environment for fans to interact.

In addition to our own groups, we assist with others like El Goose and the FloydFest Family.

Through partnerships with CashorTrade, group admins can ensure their members' safety when buying or selling tickets. Our team also alleviates the administrative burden by assisting with post approvals and monitoring.

If your group is plagued by scammers, reach out to our Fan-Engagement Team to explore a partnership with CashorTrade today. Such partnerships not only combat scams but also offer exclusive benefits like giveaways, ticket drops, and administrative support, allowing you to focus on fostering a vibrant fan community without the ticket anxiety.

What You Can Do:

In short, the best way to protect yourself from falling victim to a ticketing scam on Facebook is be sure to take the transaction out of Facebook, and into a protected ticket trading landscape like CashorTrade.

CashorTrade is the only ticketing platform that gives fans an opportunity to create private posts for specific users, and gives buyers and sellers the chance to communicate within the app, all while offering full purchase protection.

Don't fall victim to a scam on Facebook- protect yourself and your wallet using CashorTrade.

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