Recently, there have been reports of a new scam targeting Uber users. The scam is known as the "Say My Name" scam and it involves a fake driver claiming to be your Uber driver. In this article, we will take a closer look at this scam and what you can do to protect yourself.
What is the Say My Name Scam?
The Say My Name scam is a new type of scam that involves a fake driver posing as your Uber driver. The scam works by the fake driver contacting you and telling you that they are your Uber driver. They will then ask you to confirm your name by saying "say my name". Once you confirm your name, the fake driver will claim that there was a mistake and that they need to cancel the ride. They will then ask you to cancel the ride on your end and request a new ride. The fake driver will then cancel the ride on their end and collect the cancellation fee.
How Does the Scam Work?
The Say My Name scam works by exploiting the trust that Uber users have in the app. The fake driver will use a number of tactics to gain your trust, including using a profile picture that matches the driver that you were expecting, using a fake license plate number, and even using a fake Uber sticker on their car.
Once the fake driver has gained your trust, they will ask you to confirm your name by saying "say my name". Once you do this, the fake driver will claim that there was a mistake and that they need to cancel the ride. They will then ask you to cancel the ride on your end and request a new ride. The fake driver will then cancel the ride on their end and collect the cancellation fee.
How to Protect Yourself from the Say My Name Scam
There are a number of steps that you can take to protect yourself from the Say My Name scam. The first step is to always confirm the driver's name and license plate number before getting into the car. You can do this by checking the information in the app before the driver arrives.
Another step that you can take is to never share your personal information, such as your name or phone number, with the driver. If the driver asks you to confirm your name, you can ask them to confirm their name and license plate number instead.
Finally, if you suspect that you have been a victim of the Say My Name scam, you should report it to Uber immediately. Uber takes these types of scams very seriously and will take action to prevent them from happening in the future.
In Conclusion
The Say My Name scam is a new and dangerous scam that is targeting Uber users. It is important that you take steps to protect yourself from this scam by confirming the driver's name and license plate number before getting into the car, never sharing your personal information with the driver, and reporting any suspicious activity to Uber immediately. By taking these steps, you can help prevent yourself from becoming a victim of this scam.
