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The following are three common internet scams:

• Bank Transfer (Scam Mail)
  Usually, such scam mail originates in Africa. Now comes from other countries as well. Often, victims of this scam receive an introduction letter via email. In such a letter, they are usually told a story about a wealthy person (for example a rich businessman or government official) who has died. The letter then asks the receiver to provide a bank account where the deceased's money can be "safely" deposited with a promise to pay 20% to 30% of the deposit as compensation. To see an example of this type of scam mail, please click here.
• Standard-Looking Invoice (aiming to get your personal information)
  Some criminals may ask for a standard-looking invoice, which often includes a bank account number, when they make contact with you. After you provide this, they may attempt to withdraw your funds or purchase samples at the expense of your good name and the reputation of your business. Do not provide sensitive information, such as a bank account number or corporate registration, without taking prudent steps to determine the credibility of the party or parties with whom you are dealing.
• Credit Card
  Be very careful if a prospective business partner you meet through the Internet informs you that they can only send you payment by check or credit card. If you accept such payment methods there is a risk that the checks have been forged or that the credit card numbers have been stolen. Wire transfers and letters of credit issued from a bank or licensed financial institutions are free of such risks in securing payment.

Alibaba Resources: Safe Trading Tips

Titles/Subjects of these letters are usually as follows:
Beneficial relationship!
Mutual business!
Business relationship!
In the name of God, help us! (Notice the use of Religion in the title)
Someone needs your help (Sometimes they use their Fake name in the title)

The recommended steps are:

• Click the "Report Spam" button to inform Alibaba.com immediately.
• Use the Spam Filter.
• Put the Sender onto your Block List.