How I Nearly Lost My Meta Account to Scammers: Lessons Every Business Owner Should Know

How I Nearly Lost My Meta Account to Scammers: Lessons Every Business Owner Should Know

As entrepreneurs, we often face many challenges. But nothing could have prepared me for the sophisticated scam I narrowly escaped just a few weeks ago. The experience was frightening and eye-opening, and I feel it’s my responsibility to share the story to help protect others in our community.

It all started on my birthday, September 2nd, when I had a tech prep call based on a previous invitation which seemed like a dream offer -- to be a guest on the Rachel Cruze Show. Rachel is a well-known figure in the financial industry, and being invited to her show felt like a massive opportunity. Everything about the process seemed legitimate: they contacted me via email, conducted research about my business, and even offered compensation for my appearance.

But things started to get strange when they asked me to create a new Meta user and remove full control from my existing account admins. The request was odd, but they assured me it was necessary for technical reasons related to the show.

That’s when my instincts kicked in. I contacted Meta support directly, and thankfully, I realized what was happening just in time. These scammers were trying to take over my Meta account to gain access to my financial information, including my connected credit cards and PayPal accounts.

It was a close call, but I managed to recover my account thanks to quick action and support from Meta.

What You Can Learn from My Experience:

  1. Trust Your Instincts: If something feels off, it probably is. Even legitimate-sounding opportunities can be traps.
  2. Protect Your Accounts: Never give full control of your business accounts to anyone you don’t completely trust. Scammers can use subtle tricks to gain access.
  3. Verify Everything: Always double-check any offer, especially if it involves sharing access to your financial or business information. Contact the company directly if you’re unsure.
  4. Stay Calm and Act Fast: If you suspect you’ve been targeted, contact your platform’s support team immediately and take steps to protect your accounts and assets.

Watch My Full Story

In my latest video, I explain everything that happened and share the exact steps I took to protect my Meta account. Watch it here and make sure you’re prepared in case something similar happens to you.

Let’s Protect and Grow Your Business Together

Running a successful online business requires more than just hard work and smart strategies. It also requires staying vigilant and protecting your digital assets from scammers and cybercriminals.

If you’re looking for guidance on how to safely run your business online, I’m offering free strategy calls. During our call, we can review your business setup, identify any potential risks, and discuss how you can achieve sustainable growth.

👉 Book a free call with me here.

In addition, I’d love for you to check out LHM Academia, where we offer resources to help you unlock your potential and grow your business safely and effectively.

Stay safe, stay successful, and let’s keep your business secure from cyber threats!

Warmly,

Catherine B. Roy Business Growth Coach and Founder of LHM Academia

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Business Coach 🚀 I Help Coaches, Consultants, SME & Entrepreneurs to Grow Their Bizz Online 🌟🎙📞💰| Personal Growth Coach💎 | TEDx Speaker 🎤| LinkedIn Wonder Woman 🦸♀️ | AI Enthusiast | Visit LHMAcademia.com

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This is a great reminder, thank you

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