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Approved community alertLowOnline Marketplace Scam

Reviewed Online Marketplace Scam advisory

Published Apr 27, 2026Approved community alert

What we know

A reviewed AEGIS public advisory for nationwide (Online Marketplace Scam). This reflects a reported pattern flagged through reviewed reports, not a legal finding. Reported identifier: 586Designs Summary: made a deal for them to build a website for me. blocked me after making payments Caution advised: do not send money or share one-time codes. Verify through official channels before you proceed.

Affected product / service

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Safety advice

  • Stop using or purchasing the product if the notice asks you to.
  • Keep receipts, batch numbers and packaging — they help with returns or investigations.
  • Share this alert with anyone who might be affected, especially relatives and colleagues.
  • If you believe you’ve been harmed, contact the official source or a relevant authority.

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