I signed up for a website promising money for product reviews. I worked, but haven’t received a single rupee. The website asked me to upload my KYC documents, which I did (photo, Aadhar, and address proof). Now, I suspect it’s a scam. Could my documents be misused? Should I report this to the police? If so, how? Any advice would be really helpful.

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Law Forum › Category: Cyber Crime › I signed up for a website promising money for product reviews. I worked, but haven’t received a single rupee. The website asked me to upload my KYC documents, which I did (photo, Aadhar, and address proof). Now, I suspect it’s a scam. Could my documents be misused? Should I report this to the police? If so, how? Any advice would be really helpful.
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Apni Law Staff asked 2 months ago

I signed up for a website promising money for product reviews. I worked, but haven’t received a single rupee. The website asked me to upload my KYC documents, which I did (photo, Aadhar, and address proof). Now, I suspect it’s a scam. Could my documents be misused? Should I report this to the police? If so, how? Any advice would be really helpful.

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 months ago

Yes, your documents could be misused. It’s advisable to report this to the police. You can file a complaint online or visit the nearest police station. Keep all communication records with the website and details of your KYC uploads for evidence.

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