Are the free email lotto's a legit thing?

Question

Is there anyone that has claimed their prize and got it? I have a prize to claim but i am worrired that they are just trying to get info so they can steal my identity. The email is from a Mr. Walter Fribs, with the Online Coordinators.

FREE LOTTO AWARDS DEPT. Can anyone tell me if This is for real or should i Just Leave it alone.

Answer 1

They use names of proper companies to help the deception. Check the email address you have got. What legitimate company uses a yahoo email account ? Also if the phone number is for a mobile (starts 07 or 447).

It is a scam.

If you didn't enter, you can't win !

Answer 2

nothing is free it probly sends tracking cokies to your computer    if you try it and it makes you do "'special offers"' it probly is a scam   clear your cokies and do a virus scan