One online scam I’ve seen a lot recently is the “Cash App flipping” scam. It starts with someone posting on social media saying they can “flip” your money and turn a small amount—like $10 or $20—into something much bigger. They usually show fake screenshots of huge payouts to make it look real. The purpose of this scam is simple: they want people to send them money first. Once they receive it, they block the person immediately and disappear with the money.
The scam works because it plays on people’s trust and hope of making quick cash. Scammers use convincing graphics, fake usernames, and edited screenshots to make it seem like other people already “received” the money. They also try to create urgency by saying there are only a few spots left or that the offer ends soon. All of this is meant to pressure people into sending money without stopping to think.
There are a few ways to tell this type of message is fake. First, no real service or person can magically multiply money it goes against common sense. Second, anyone asking for money upfront is a red flag. And finally, when screenshots look too perfect, too large, or too consistent, they are usually edited. Knowing these signs can help people avoid losing money to scams like this.