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The program Desenrola Brasil emerged to combat indebtedness in Brazil. However, scammers quickly began using this program as a pretext for fraud. Learn how to recognize and protect yourself from these deceptive schemes.
This pattern is familiar to us: whenever a new financial instrument is introduced, it opens the door for con artists to devise cunning scams around it. Now, the trap of the moment is called Desenrola Brasil. The Federal Government launched this program in July 2023 with the aim of easing Brazilians’ debt burden.
However, surprisingly, less than a day after its announcement, the security platform Site Confiável had already detected several fraudulent websites and strategies that exploited the program’s name as bait.
Although the methods may vary, the purpose remains constant: to capture personal data and, in certain situations, extract money from people hoping to receive the program’s assistance to free themselves from their obligations.
Desenrola Brasil: a lure for scams
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The schemes involving the Desenrola Brasil target those who wish to join the program to settle their accumulated debts. Thus, using social engineering and phishing tactics, fraudsters create fake online platforms and deceptive social media profiles.
They replicate government logos, designs, and color palettes to simulate an official and trustworthy environment. In short, when interacting with a deceptive link or responding to fake advertisements on social media, victims are led to unknowingly hand over valuable data such as CPF, contact information, bank details, and passwords. In addition, on certain occasions, scammers even invent fees, insisting that they are essential to join the program.
Protection strategies
We are all vulnerable to scams, including those linked to Desenrola Brasil. However, with caution, we can mitigate this risk. Check out essential tips below:
Contact your bank directly
The only official way to negotiate debts through Desenrola Brasil is through the financial institution with which you have debts. Therefore, the ideal approach is to contact it directly through its official channels.
Register via gov.br
In September, the Desenrola Brasil will proceed to a stage aimed at beneficiaries in Tier 1. At this stage, the Government requires debtors to have a gov.br account with gold- or silver-level digital certification.
Therefore, prioritize registration on the official gov.br website. Avoid other websites that may suggest similar services.
Be alert to suspicious links
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The official guidelines on Desenrola Brasil are available at gov.br/desenrola, under the authority of the Federal Government. Government websites always use the “.gov.br” domain. Any alteration should be cause for suspicion.
If you have questions, seek guidance from your bank using official contact channels. Therefore, do not access strange links and remain vigilant when receiving messages on communication platforms regarding the program.
Do not pay to join the Desenrola Brasil program
There is no cost to join the program. To take advantage of the benefits and agreements of Desenrola Brasil, there is no need to make additional payments.
Therefore, seek direct dialogue with your banking institution to outline the terms. Be skeptical of any offer that requires an upfront payment as a condition for completing the process.
