May 22, 2026, 4:26 pm | Read time: 3 minutes
On Facebook, ads and posts frequently appear that aim to grab attention with cheap offers. Currently, scammers are using the name Aldi to lure users to fake sites. They offer supposed meat boxes for less than $10. However, behind this apparent bargain, there is no real promotion from the discount retailer. Instead, criminals are trying to obtain personal data and payment information.
The posts seem credible at first glance. That’s exactly what the scam targets. Users are encouraged to click quickly without questioning the offer. Those who fall for the fake ads risk unwanted charges or purchases using their payment data later.
Story Aims to Build Trust
According to the security magazine “Malwarebytes,” the scammers use a fabricated story to build trust. The posts claim that a family member works at Aldi and has learned of a special promotion. Allegedly, surplus meat packages are being sold at a particularly low price. It is also sometimes claimed that people over 40 could receive one of the packages for $10.
The actual link is not directly in the Facebook post. Instead, it appears in the comments. Users first read the story and are then redirected. This is intended to create the impression that the offer is genuine and comes from a personal connection.
Fake Aldi Page Creates Pressure
Those who open the link first land on a short link and then, through several redirects, on a page that visually resembles Aldi. There, the scammers continue the supposed promotion. Visitors are first asked to complete a short survey and then order the meat box.
At the same time, the operators try to create a sense of urgency. Notices about supposedly only a few packages left are meant to prompt users to act quickly. This often leaves no time to critically examine the page or look for possible warning signs.
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Payment Data at the Center
In the end, the fake site requests personal information such as name, address, and contact details. Additionally, users are asked to enter payment information. The operators only cite a small delivery fee as the reason.
This is exactly what the scammers are after. They want to collect credit card and other payment data. With this information, further charges can be made or purchases conducted later. Fake five-star reviews are also used to build trust and dispel any doubts.
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German Users Should Also Be Cautious
Currently, the scam is primarily targeting English-speaking users. However, similar fraud attempts could soon increasingly appear among German-speaking users, according to the article. Therefore, offers on Facebook should always be critically examined. Special caution is advised with links that appear in comments from unknown individuals.
Anyone who has already entered personal information or payment data should act quickly. It is important to inform the bank or credit card provider, monitor account movements, and block the card if necessary. Additionally, filing a police report can be useful to document the incident. Affected individuals should also report the relevant Facebook post to warn other users.