The Biggest Lottery Scams and How to Avoid Losing Your Jackpot.

Winning the lottery is exciting, but scammers are always looking for ways to steal your fortune.

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How it works: Scammers call or email claiming you've won, but you must pay "fees" to claim your prize.

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How it works: Scammers create websites mimicking real lotteries and ask for personal details.

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How it works: You’re told you must pay taxes upfront before receiving winnings.

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How it works: Someone claims they "lost" the winning ticket and asks for a split if you cash it in.

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How it works: Fake "financial advisors" pressure winners into bogus investments.

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How it works: People come out of nowhere asking for money or fake investment deals.

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How it works: You’re invited to a private lottery pool that promises better odds but never pays out.

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