Expert shares seven simple ways to protect yourself from Facebook and Instagram scams

Cybercriminals are always producing new ways to steal from unsuspecting social media users, typically through trying to obtain account login credentials, personal information, or bank and credit card information. Daniel Damien, CEO of AI social media ad agent AdMove AI, has shared the top scams on each social media platform and how to spot them. The most common Facebook scams of 2026 Facebook is undoubtedly one of the most used platforms in the world, with its active user base being typically older and often more vulnerable than on some other platforms, meaning scammers flock to it to target unsuspecting users. With so many active users, fraudsters have a vast pool of potential victims to target. Here are some of the most common ways they try to target you: Phishing scams: Emails or direct messages with sketchy links that download malware or capture login credentials on spoofed websites.  Romance scams: Friend requests and direct messages that attempt to create a romantic connection with the goal of stealing money from the victim. Prizes or job offers: Claims designed to obtain personal information or money from the victim, including “You’ve won!” scams.  Quizzes and games: Designed to trick people into revealing personal details
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