How to scam is a query that may indicate an interest in fraud or identity theft. Some of the methods that scammers use are12: Spoofing, which is faking caller ID or email address to appear legitimate. Phishing, which is sending fake messages or links to get personal or financial information. Fake profiles, photos, entities, claims, names, credentials, or badge numbers, which are used to impersonate someone or something else. Computer pop-ups, which are used to trick users into downloading malware or paying for fake services. Selling bogus products or services, which are either nonexistent or of poor quality. Some scammers also create pyramid schemes around their products.