> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.gorodeo.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Spot the scammers

> How to dodge the job scammers in 2026

Job hunting is stressful enough without dodgy scammers trying to fleece you. Unfortunately, overly-trusting job seekers make perfect targets for these predators lurking on job boards.

#### The Red Flags That Scream "SCAM!"

Trust your gut: if it sounds too good to be true, it absolutely is. Here's what to watch out for:

* **Pushy communication tactics** - They want to move to WhatsApp or text immediately (so job boards can't track them)
* **False urgency** - "This position closes TODAY!" (spoiler: it doesn't)
* **Fantasy pay** - £500 per day for "data entry from home"? Come on.
* **Vague job descriptions** paired with unprofessional messages full of typos.

When in doubt, Google the company thoroughly. No website or contact details? Run.

#### How These Parasites Operate

The classic move? Asking for upfront fees for "uniforms," "training courses," or "background checks." Legitimate employers never charge candidates.

LinkedIn recently flagged CV-writing services as a major threat, accounting for 37% of reported job scams. These fraudsters take your money, vanish, and leave you with nothing.

#### Your Anti-Scam Toolkit

* **Stay vigilant** - Especially in industries known for remote work scams
* **Research everything** - Company name, contact details, reviews
* **Guard your information** - Never share financial details or pay upfront fees
* **Choose safer platforms** - Use job boards that verify employers (like Rodeo!)

#### How Rodeo Fights Back

Unlike other job boards that let anyone post anything, we only allow jobs from verified company domains. No random internet scammers allowed. It's a simple but effective way to keep the wolves at bay.

#### Been Scammed? Take Action

If you've fallen victim, contact Action Fraud (the UK's national fraud reporting centre) immediately. Don't suffer in silence – reporting helps protect others too.

Remember: legitimate employers want to pay you, not the other way around. Stay smart out there.