Job Scammers Target Doba Job Seekers: Beware of Fake Ads and Websites!
LEHI, Utah, May 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In an alarming turn of events, Doba — a premier U.S.-based dropshipping platform — has raised the red flag on a sophisticated job scam that’s impersonating its brand. This fraudulent scheme exploits social media platforms and a bogus website, dobatechi.com, to trap unsuspecting job seekers worldwide.
How the Scam Works: A Closer Look
The insidious nature of this scam came to light through detailed reports from victims located in Australia and Pakistan. Both individuals reported being lured through informal channels — notably Facebook ads, WhatsApp messages, and personal Gmail accounts.
**What happens next?** The victims were duped into registering on dobatechi.com, a site masquerading as Doba’s official platform. This imitation closely mirrors Doba’s branding but is devoid of any legitimate affiliation. Once hooked, applicants were instructed to complete所谓的“training tasks” using shared login credentials and were ultimately pressured to deposit funds to activate access to tasks or commissions. This is a classic hallmark of job fraud!
Doba Sounds the Alarm
“**We take these impersonation attempts very seriously**,” stated a Doba spokesperson. “Our genuine website is doba.com, and we never recruit through WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, or non-verified job boards. Furthermore, we will never ask job applicants to deposit money or perform unpaid tasks.”
One victim even became part of a WhatsApp group called “Sweetheart,” managed by impersonators named “Sophia” and “Desmond,” who falsely claimed to represent Doba. This incident highlights a worrying trend: the rise of phishing-style job scams targeting hopeful applicants with promises of remote work and quick income.
**Spotting the Red Flags**
To protect yourself from falling victim to this scam, keep an eye out for the following warning signs:
- **Any job posting directing users to dobatechi.com**
- **Requests for an “employee ID” to log into a third-party site**
- **Unrealistic promises of commissions or bonuses for completing tasks upfront**
- **Communications via WhatsApp, Facebook pages like “AirHire Recruitment,” or non-Doba emails (e.g., Gmail or Outlook)**
What You Can Do: Stay Safe!
Doba encourages anyone suspicious to report the activity immediately to [email protected]. Avoid engaging with individuals or websites that don’t originate from an official @doba.com address!
**Reporting Scams**
When you encounter potential scams, here’s how you can report them:
- **Report fraudulent Facebook ads and pages to Meta**
- **Report phishing websites like dobatechi.com to Google Safe Browsing**
- **Share screenshots or emails with Doba’s security team**
**Doba’s Commitment to Safety**
The company is actively collaborating with relevant platforms to eradicate these fraudulent websites and accounts. Doba urges job seekers to remain vigilant and verify all job offers through official channels.
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