If you received this message from me it's because your account was compromised at some point or is still compromised. If you've recovered ownership since then, please let me know.
Currently there are 247 accounts on the compromised/recovered/spawned phishing list. The total of accounts that were restored prior to the list being made puts it well over 300.
Phishing FAQ
Q: How do I avoid being a victim?
A: Don't click on random links or trust websites that ask you for your keys/password unless you're 100% they're legitimate.
Q: What about mobile apps?
A: There are many phishing mobile apps out there. Don't install them unless you've verified them and don't put in your password.
Q: How do I keep my money safe?
A: Use your private posting key and don't trust anything that asks for your password.
Q: What do I do if hackers use my account to spam but I can still log in?
A: Change your password if you start seeing strange comments.
Q: What do I do if my money was moved to someone but I didn't move it myself?
A: Change your password immediately.
Q: How do I avoid phishing?
A: Don't trust comments and messages that promise you easy money -- there is no such thing. You wanting it to be true won't make it true.
Q: My follower asked me to click on a link, should I?
A: Don't click on things just because someone told you to.
Q: How do I speed up my account restoration?
A: Use the email address you signed up with when you do the account restoration.
Q: Should I wait to fill out the Stolen Account Recovery form?
A: No. Restore your account immediately after being locked out -- it can take well over 24 hours.
Q: Should I delete all the comments the hackers posted?
A: Don't delete flagged comments -- just edit them to change the text.
Q: I deleted the comments, can you take the flags off?
A: No. Remember that deleted comments can't be unflagged.
Q: How can I help fight phishing?
A: Tell your friends/family to be careful of phishing links and make a warning post to warn your followers.
Q: How do I get back the SBD/STEEM the hackers stole?
A: Stolen money can't be returned.
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