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Receive a warning from Facebook about your account? It's likely a scam
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Kelly Broderick , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Notices claiming account suspension are being sent through email and Facebook Messenger, often stating that the account violated rules.
Cybersecurity experts are warning of a scam targeting Facebook users. Notices claiming account suspension are being sent through email and Facebook Messenger, often stating that the account violated rules. These fake notices urge users to appeal or verify their account, providing links that lead to fake login pages designed to steal passwords.
Further details on this scam and how to protect yourself are available from Facebook and cybersecurity experts, including simple rules to follow to avoid being scammed.
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Published: August 14, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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