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Common Pinterest Scams and Fake Pin Links to Avoid

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Pinterest's visual, link-heavy format makes it a common target for scam pins, and knowing the patterns can save you a lot of trouble.

The most common scam involves fake giveaway pins — images promising free products, gift cards, or cash prizes that link out to phishing pages designed to steal personal information or payment details. These often use stolen images from legitimate brands to look…