Fake phone service providers pretend to be legitimate telecom companies and trick people into signing up for non-existent or low-quality phone services. These scams often target new customers looking for cheaper plans or people in areas with limited service options. Victims pay for plans that don’t exist, lose personal data, or even fall victim to identity theft.
How This Can Happen to Us
1. Fake Promotions & Too-Good-To-Be-True Offers
◦ Scammers advertise cheap unlimited plans with high-speed data and international calls at unrealistic prices.
◦ They use fake websites or pretend to be well-known brands like AT&T, Verizon, or T-Mobile.
2. Fake Customer Service Numbers
◦ People searching for a company’s customer support number online may accidentally contact scammers who pose as representatives.
◦ These fraudsters ask for payments or personal information, pretending to fix issues.
3. Phony SIM Card Sales
◦ Some scammers sell fake SIM cards, claiming they offer discounted or premium network services.
◦ Victims buy them but never receive activation or experience terrible service.
4. Identity Theft & Unauthorized Charges
◦ Scammers steal Social Security numbers or credit card details by pretending to need them for activation.
◦ Victims end up with fraudulent charges or even stolen identities.

Example of a Fake Phone Service Provider Scam
A woman in Texas signed up for a cheap unlimited plan from a new provider she found on Facebook. She paid $50 upfront but never received a SIM card. The company’s website and customer support vanished overnight.

How to Protect Yourself from This Scam
• Only purchase phone services from official websites or stores.
• Avoid deals that seem too cheap—legitimate carriers don’t offer unlimited plans for $5/month.
• Verify customer service numbers from the official website, not random search results.
• Check reviews and verify business licenses before purchasing from a new provider.