Learn how to recognize scammers who ask you to join a video interview and what to do if it happens to you.
- Scammers may ask you to join a video interview to record your face for fraudulent use
- Watch for foreign numbers, insistence on video calls, and pressuring behavior
- Never accept the call or share personal information
- Block the user and report them through our platform
What to Do If Someone Asks You to Join an Interview
If someone asks you to join an interview, especially via video call, you should be cautious. This type of request may be part of a scam. Scammers asking for a video interview may be trying to:
- Record your face through a video call.
- Use your image to verify fake or fraudulent accounts.
- Collect personal data without your consent.
How to Recognize This Type of Fraudulent Behavior
To recognize a fake interview request, check for these common warning signs:
- The request comes from a foreign or unfamiliar phone number.
- The person insists on a video call.
- The communication feels urgent, pushy, or pressuring.
If you notice one or more of these signs, consider the request fraudulent and avoid engaging further.
What to Do If You Receive This Type of Request
If someone asks you to join an interview and you suspect it's a scam, follow these steps:
- Do not accept the video call.
- Do not share personal information, photos, or documents.
- Stop communication with the user immediately.
- Block the number or email to avoid further contact attempts.
- Report the user using our platform's reporting system.
These actions help protect your identity and reduce the risk of your data being misused.
Common Issues:
❯ You're not sure if a request to join an interview is genuine → Contact our official support channels to verify the communication before taking any action.
❯ You already joined a video call before realizing it was suspicious → Stop communication immediately, block the user, and report them through our platform.
❯ The person keeps contacting you after you've stopped responding → Block their number or email and report the user through our reporting system.