I got a notification from yahoo ,, uk and ireland that says that i won a lottery from them ,what should i do ?

Question

it doesn't need my ssn or anything,like that but needs date of birth , occupation and the stuff that was sent in the email with iincluding the #'s ,,,they said they take people names and email addresses and says i should contact someone from the manchester england area , should i be weary of this or should i take a chance and maybe it is real..

Answer 1

check out their privacy policy and terms behind winnings, Always be wary and scan it for viruses...Gotta be safe, but hope you did win...be careful and good luck!

Answer 2

its a scam

It isnt from yahoo  if you doubt that call yahoo customer support

Answer 3

Mark as spam

Answer 4

Delete it. It is a scam. Since you didn't enter, you can't win.

Answer 5

Its a scam, just ignore it and dont send personal info

Answer 6

Dont do anything it is a scam. I get three or four of those things a day. Ask yourself if its too good to be true and then it usually is. Also did you even enter a lottery in a foreign country? i'm assuming no.

Answer 7

Sorry friend but there is no Microsoft, Yahoo or other e-mail lottery, it's a scam do not answer do not give personal information.The following sites give more information

http://www.snopes.com/crime/fraud/nigeri...

http://www.thescambaiter.com/forum/showt...

http://www.hoax-slayer.com/email-lottery...

.Also If you go to the following site you will get some info on ID theft www.identity-theft.org.uk the iinternet is safe enough if you are careful but please answer nothing that you are doubtful about.Good Luck and be careful