Lucycatoo
Reported Scammer
Scammer Details
Scam Category: Fake goods
Associated Email: wiztechusa1@gmail.com 7 reports
Website/Domain: https://lucycatoo.my.canva.site/skp
Target Country: Global
Scam Description
Stolen artwork sold as commissions, multiple fake accounts posing as different artists.
Hey there, getting scammed by Lucycatoo for stolen artwork is a real bummer. It's frustrating to pay for something you don't receive, especially when it involves stolen creativity. Here's what you can do:
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Report Lucycatoo (wiztechusa1@gmail.com) to ScamCheckup. Adding to the existing reports helps warn others about this scam. You can report them here: https://www.scamcheckup.com/
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Dispute the transaction with your bank or payment provider. If you paid for the commission with a credit card or debit card, you may be able to dispute the transaction and get your money back. Contact your bank or payment provider for more information on their dispute process.
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Report the stolen artwork to the original artist. If you can find the original artist whose work was stolen, let them know about the scam. They may appreciate you helping them protect their intellectual property.
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Leave a negative review on Lucycatoo's website (if safe to do so). While this won't get your money back, it can warn others about the scam.
Here are some additional things to consider:
- Do you have any proof of the transaction? This could include screenshots of your conversation with Lucycatoo, the payment confirmation, or any promises they made about the artwork. This can be helpful when disputing the transaction with your bank.
Art commissions are a great way to support creative individuals, but it's important to be cautious. Here's a unique tip to help you avoid getting scammed with stolen artwork:
Reverse Image Search Artwork Before Commissioning:
Before you commit to a commission, take a screenshot of the artwork you're interested in and use a reverse image search tool to see if it appears elsewhere online. Here are a few ways to do this:
- Save the image from the artist's website or portfolio.
- Use a reverse image search tool. There are a number of free reverse image search tools available online, such as Google Images. Simply upload the saved image to the tool and it will search the web for similar images.
Here are some additional tips for spotting stolen artwork scams:
- Be wary of artists with limited portfolios or inconsistencies in their style.
- Look for reviews from other clients and check for complaints about stolen artwork.
- If the artist seems too eager to get started without discussing the details of the commission, be cautious.
By following these tips, you can increase your chances of finding a legitimate artist and getting the unique artwork you commissioned.
Bonus Tip:
While CredCheck (https://scamcheckup.com/credcheck/) can't definitively determine the originality of artwork, it can be helpful for analyzing the text content of any emails you receive from Lucycatoo (wiztechusa1@gmail.com). Look for inconsistencies in their communication, generic language, and a lack of details about their artistic process. If something feels off, use a reverse image search and trust your gut!
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