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 Author: BricksMX View Messages Posted By BricksMX
 Posted: May 22, 2025 18:10
 Subject: Pphising Attempts
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BricksMX (15)

Location:  Mexico, Distrito Federal
Member Since Contact Type Status
Feb 7, 2024 Contact Member Seller
Buying Privileges - OKSelling Privileges - OK
Seller Ships to My Country Store: BRICKS-HOSPITAL MEXICO
Hello!
I just want to share the messages I receive from 3 users pretending to be Bricklink,
saying that my account was about to be suspended. But, if I was confirming my
payment information on the link they send that could be prevented. Of course
I didn't click on the links. Here's the message just in case just receive
one in the future.



CAUTION: This message originated from another BrickLink member and not a BrickLink
employee or administrator. Please avoid clicking on any links, sending funds,
or replying with any personal information.
------------------------------------------------------------
CAUTION:: This message is from the official Bricklink tech support bot. All data
is protected.

Dear user, your store is temporarily suspended from sales.

We have noticed suspicious activity on your account.

In accordance with our license agreement and privacy policy, user verification
is mandatory for all individuals who wish to retain access to our platform.
In order to regain full access to BrickLink, you must provide your payment card
details for security purposes (all data is protected).
This procedure is in place to enhance the security of our community and protect
users from potential fraudulent activities.

In addition, you will receive a $20 bonus on your future orders, which can be
redeemed once the background check is complete.

I Here's how to verify your account

1. Follow the link below.
2. Click the "Verification" button.
3. Follow the tech support instructions on the verification page.

Please confirm your information using the private form: link was here......
 


 Author: Deabricks View Messages Posted By Deabricks
 Posted: May 22, 2025 18:13
 Subject: Re: Pphising Attempts
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Deabricks (415)

Location:  Mexico, Distrito Federal
Member Since Contact Type Status
May 9, 2023 Contact Member Seller
Buying Privileges - OKSelling Privileges - OK
Seller Does Not Ship to My Country Store: MyDeabricks
Thanks for share the information BricksMx! ❤️❤️


In Spam, BricksMX writes:
  Hello!
I just want to share the messages I receive from 3 users pretending to be Bricklink,
saying that my account was about to be suspended. But, if I was confirming my
payment information on the link they send that could be prevented. Of course
I didn't click on the links. Here's the message just in case just receive
one in the future.



CAUTION: This message originated from another BrickLink member and not a BrickLink
employee or administrator. Please avoid clicking on any links, sending funds,
or replying with any personal information.
------------------------------------------------------------
CAUTION:: This message is from the official Bricklink tech support bot. All data
is protected.

Dear user, your store is temporarily suspended from sales.

We have noticed suspicious activity on your account.

In accordance with our license agreement and privacy policy, user verification
is mandatory for all individuals who wish to retain access to our platform.
In order to regain full access to BrickLink, you must provide your payment card
details for security purposes (all data is protected).
This procedure is in place to enhance the security of our community and protect
users from potential fraudulent activities.

In addition, you will receive a $20 bonus on your future orders, which can be
redeemed once the background check is complete.

I Here's how to verify your account

1. Follow the link below.
2. Click the "Verification" button.
3. Follow the tech support instructions on the verification page.

Please confirm your information using the private form: link was here......
 Author: SylvainLS View Messages Posted By SylvainLS
 Posted: May 22, 2025 18:55
 Subject: Re: Pphising Attempts
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SylvainLS (52)

Location:  France, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Member Since Contact Type Status
Apr 25, 2014 Contact Member Seller
Buying Privileges - OKSelling Privileges - OK
Store Closed Seller Does Not Ship to My Country Store: BuyerOnly
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In Spam, BricksMX writes:
  Hello!
I just want to share the messages I receive from 3 users pretending to be Bricklink,
saying that my account was about to be suspended. But, if I was confirming my
payment information on the link they send that could be prevented. Of course
I didn't click on the links. Here's the message just in case just receive
one in the future.

Hi,

Indeed, they are phishing & scam attempts.  That’s why BL adds the “Caution”
on top of PMs.

Please report the “users” here: https://www.bricklink.com/problemMember.asp
(footer » Problem Center » Member)

And thank you for having removed the dangerous links in your quote 👍