Mobomo has recently been targeted in a disturbing scam that preys on job seekers. A growing trend called a ”task scam” involves impersonators who claim to offer work-from-home jobs, then request cryptocurrency “deposits” or “investments” from victims under false promises of high-paying remote work. We want to be absolutely clear:
- Mobomo will never ask applicants to pay money, make investments, or purchase equipment at any stage of the hiring process
- Mobomo recruiters will never be aggressive and/or pushy – we believe hiring is a collaborative and respectful process – not a high-pressure sales pitch
- Mobomo does not use WhatsApp or similar messaging apps for recruitment – all communications are conducted through official channels
- All Mobomo email addresses end in “@mobomo.com” – we do not use domains like “mobomo.store” or other lookalikes
We are sharing this post to protect our community, raise awareness, and outline how to recognize and report these scams.
🚩 What’s Happening
Over the past few weeks, several individuals have contacted us about fraudulent outreach by someone claiming to represent Mobomo via WhatsApp. The tactics used include:
- Claiming to be from a staffing agency working on Mobomo’s behalf
- Claiming to be a Mobomo employee offering a remote position
- Offering compensation (commissions for example) to optimize site features for a site that doesn’t share the .com url, or the legitimate company, Mobomo.com.
- Asking applicants to pay an “investment” fee to proceed
- Using aggressive language to pressure targets into quick action
One individual recently reached out through our website to share screenshots and report a scammer who grew aggressive when they hesitated. Thanks to the warning banner we placed on our site, they paused and verified before taking further action. That tells us the message is getting through — and we hope this post will help it go even further.
✅ What Mobomo Is Doing
We are taking this situation very seriously and have taken the following corrective action:
- Reported the scam to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)
- Added a prominent warning banner to our website
- Alerted internal teams to remain vigilant and report suspicious behavior
We’re committed to doing everything we can to protect job seekers and stop this fraudulent activity.
🔒 How to Know It’s Really Mobomo
If you’re exploring career opportunities with Mobomo, here’s what you can expect — and what should raise red flags:
Mobomo Hiring Practices
- ✅ We communicate via @mobomo.com emails
- ✅ We never ask for payment at any stage
- ✅ We interview via professional channels
- ✅ Offers come in writing from verified contacts
Scam Red Flags
- 🔴 Free email addresses or messaging apps
- 🔴 Requests for an “investment” or equipment fee
- 🔴 Pushy, informal communication; high-pressure tactics
- 🔴 Vague or overly urgent job offers
If something feels off, trust your instincts and reach out to us directly through our official website before engaging further.
💡 Related Scam: Cryptocurrency Job Fraud
This scam follows a broader pattern the FBI has warned about, involving fake job postings, online “training,” and escalating deposit requests – often using cryptocurrency. Initially, victims may be allowed to withdraw small earnings to build trust. Over time, larger deposits are required, accounts are frozen, and the scammer disappears with the funds.
For further details on this scam model and how to protect yourself, we encourage you to read the FBI’s official alert: 👉 FBI: Cryptocurrency Job Scams
🕵️♂️ Spot the Red Flags: How to Identify Fraudulent Branding and Tactics
Scammers pretending to represent Mobomo often leave behind clues that something isn’t right. Here are common warning signs to help you identify fraudulent outreach:
- Contacted out of the blue on WhatsApp, Instagram, Telegram, or other social media
- Approached about a job you never applied for
- Non-traditional interviewing (text only, interview with no video, or no interview at all)
- On the spot hiring with no screening or interview process
- Asked to pay upfront or “invest” your own money in exchange for the job
- Promised a salary that seems unrealistically high for the role
- Sent links to a company website that’s only a few months old or registered for just one year
- Shown branding that looks off – colors that don’t match branding colors on the official website, stolen logos, and/or fake “All Rights Reserved” statements
- Email addresses that don’t end in the same domain (e.g., mobomo.store rather than mobomo.com)
- The website is a few days to months old, and the domain was only registered for one year
Remember: Real employers don’t ask you to pay them. If something feels suspicious, it probably is.
📣 How You Can Help
If you or someone you know has been contacted by a scammer:
- Do not send money or personal information
- Immediately Report the incident to IC3.gov
- Save communications and screenshots if possible
- Let us know so we can track and report patterns
Every report helps protect others from becoming victims.
💼 Interested in Joining Mobomo?
We’re always looking for smart, passionate people — the right way. Visit our official Careers Page to see open roles and apply through secure, verified channel.
To the individuals who took the time to report these scams: thank you. Your efforts help us stop fraud in its tracks and keep the tech hiring community safer. We’ll continue doing everything we can to protect our name, our applicants, and the broader community.
Stay safe — and please help us spread the word.
Example of fraudulent Mobomo branding:
