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    Using either Payfast or Paygate for my Shopify store. Got any tips?

    I'm starting an online store using Shopify. I want use Paygate or Payfast as my payment gateway, but I've read a lot of negative reviews about them, especially on Hellopeter. The problem is that is information is outdated by almost a decade. Is there anyone who uses them or who has used them...
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    Whatsapp SMS Scam - Opt Out Stuff

    Hey guys, I've been searching online for how to deal with the following scam sms and haven't come up with a clear answer: New downloads for Whatsapp, latest version. [my phone number]. Just click here www.lcz.tv/m/99de0560 (FREE MSG) 30014 R15/day subscription optout dial 0879709423 I...
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    is t connect legit?

    someone phoned claiming to be from telkom , said they from t connect and offering the same telkom packages at much lower prices they offered the 10mbs uncapped with voice package for R716 is this a legit company? later on they said its 100gb a month and uncapped night surfing im currently...
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    I have been scammed.A bit undecided now...

    Hi members, I'm looking for some honest, pro bono input from people, who might have landed up in a similar situation to mine.Thanks Okay I was out celebrating a family members birthday. When I happened to meet a old acquaintance, we chatted briefly mostly about our careers and what we doing...
  6. Newsfeed

    Cameroonian online scams in South Africa are a growing threat – Expert

    Cameroonian online scams in South Africa are a growing threat – Expert Online scams may sound like old news to tech-savvy South Africans, but criminals continue to exploit people who come online – often resulting in large financial losses.
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    South African credit card scam warning

    South African credit card scam warning South Africans must beware of a new scam where criminals use targeted phone calls to steal credit card information from clients and conduct fraudulent online transactions.
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    Data / SMS Theft!

    However I try to think of a reason, I am at a loss to understand the justification for the expiry concept. (Other than making money for nothing out of us) In my language, it is just plain theft. I buy a 'commodity' from a supplier and they take it away before I have finished using it . . ! I...
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    ClubVPS is a scam

    Hi, Recently I was busy looking at VPS providers just to toy around with and came across this "ClubVPS hosting", they're apparently a child company of "OMC Group". They charged me $1.72 to "verify" my card. I think this is their way of trapping your card details in their system, the VPS'es...
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    Potential Scam Job Agency

    Hi All, First I would like to say that I am in no way claiming that this IS indeed a scam but I am a little worried and would like some advice if anyone here can give it. I found a job on a google search, which lead to a Gumtree posting via livingstonerecruitment.com. I submitted my CV...
  11. Kevin Lancaster

    South African deposit and refund scam warning

    South African deposit and refund scam warning The South African Banking Risk Information Centre has launched its Schemes and Scams Campaign, warning about current banks scams.
  12. Kevin Lancaster

    Warning: New South African Post Office money scam

    Warning: New South African Post Office money scam The South African Post Office has warned customers of a scam doing the rounds where people are duped into handing over money to criminals.
  13. Kevin Lancaster

    10 signs you’re investing in a Ponzi or Pyramid scheme

    10 signs you’re investing in a Ponzi or Pyramid scheme Here are the signs you need to watch out for in order to avoid Ponzi and pyramid schemes.
  14. Kevin Lancaster

    Scam alert: telephonic deals offering discount cards

    Scam alert: telephonic deals offering discount cards Never give out your banking details telephonically, and find out if a company is legitimate before agreeing to anything.
  15. Kevin Lancaster

    This is what a Microsoft tech support scam looks like

    This is what a Microsoft tech support scam looks like Scammers will go to great lengths to trick you out of money, including impersonating a tech support agent.
  16. ABCpt

    How to get Scam website shut down

    About 2 years ago, we purchased an item from http://www.babylicioussa.com/ and it was delivered a while later without too much hassle. Last month we needed another duvet cover and they were the only local company with stock and compared to prices overseas not that much more expensive, so we...
  17. lifeboy

    Are MarketVine Electronics & FirstBuyZA Electronics Nigerian Scammers?

    I have noticed some good deals on junkmail.co.za (specifically and not on Gumtree and elsewhere) and the prices are not ridiculously low, but also not quite what they should be. One company (MarketVine Electronics Ltd) claims to be at 12 Terminus Street, East London, but a google earth...
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    This website safe to buy from??

    Good day, Just like to know if the following website is safe to buy from? http://www.buyfast.co.za/ Prices is lower than normal... However they have a few complaints on hello Peter... Any one with info on this site would be appreciated. I was scammed before by...
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    Buyfast.co.za safe to BUY from???

    Good day, First this may be in the wrong section...So sorry.:) I just like to know if buyfast is a trusted place to buy from?? - http://www.buyfast.co.za/ I don't want to try them if I'm not 100% sure. I see they have a few complaints on Hello Peter. I am looking to buy Hot Toys...
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    Meter Mate landlord scam

    I moved in to a flat in Boksburg 3 months ago. Coming from Cape Town using the standard municipal prepaid meters. The flat has a Meter Mate meter and our landlord set a standard rate of R400 for 200 units. You cant buy as and when we need, that is the ratio, no exceptions. We have to beg days on...
  21. Kevin Lancaster

    Don’t fall for these scams in SA

    Don’t fall for these scams in South Africa There are many scams doing the rounds in SA – these are the ones you need to watch out for.
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