Is this Meta Business Support warning a scam?
Commonly seen since 2024. Last reviewed 2026-06-05.
Check your exact messageExample only - do not act on it
Example only: Your page will be permanently disabled for policy violations. Verify your business within 24 hours: [fake-link removed]
Why this message is suspicious
- Real platform notices appear in your account, not via lookalike pages or links.
- It pressures business owners with a deadline.
- The verify link harvests your login and two-step codes.
What the scammer wants
- Business/page login
- Ad account access
- Two-step codes
Common variations
- Page unpublish warning
- Ad account suspended
- Verify business now
- From a lookalike 'support' page
Red flags to watch for
What to do now
- Do not tap the link.
- Check your account status in Business settings directly.
- Use two-step verification and limit admin access.
What not to do
- Do not log in via the link.
- Do not share codes.
- Do not add unknown admins.
If you already responded
Act quickly - the sooner you respond, the more you can limit. Find the situation that matches what you did:
If you clicked a link: If you entered details, change the password from a trusted device, review admins and sessions, and remove anything unknown.
If you paid: If you paid a fake fee, contact your bank to dispute it.
If you shared a code, OTP, or login: Re-secure the account immediately: change password, sign out everywhere, reset two-step verification.
If you only clicked the link but entered nothing: close the page, don't enter anything, and watch the linked accounts for unusual activity. Full steps →
If you entered card details: contact your bank now to freeze the card and dispute charges, then watch your statement. Full steps →
If you shared an OTP or one-time code: the scammer may be logging in right now - change the password, sign out other sessions, and turn on app-based 2FA. Full steps →
If you sent money: contact your bank or payment provider immediately to try to stop or recall it, and report it. Full steps →
If you installed an app / gave remote access: disconnect from the internet, uninstall it, and change key passwords from a different, trusted device. Full steps →
If you shared passport, ID, or KYC documents: watch for identity theft, consider a credit freeze or fraud alert, and keep the evidence. Full steps →
Watch out for a second scam. People who've just lost money are often contacted again by a fake "recovery" service promising to get it back for an upfront fee. Legitimate recovery never starts with a fee paid to someone who contacted you - see recovery scams.
First time dealing with this? Start with the first 24 hours after a scam checklist and how to save evidence.
How to report it
Report through official channels for your country. Use our scam reporting directory to find the right authority, and never use phone numbers or links from the suspicious message itself. If an official link looks outdated, tell us so we can review it.
Official sources checked
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Law-enforcement alert
Reviewed 2026-06-05. See our methodology for how we select sources.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I check a real policy issue?
Open Business or Page settings directly in the platform. Genuine issues show there, not through DM or email links.