MC2 Scam Reporter for Facebook - BETA
Overview
This extension was developed by researchers at the University of Maryland to better understand patterns in scam content on Facebook.
Researchers at the University of Maryland seek to create a robust dataset of posts identified as scams on the facebook platform. In-depth analysis of these posts could further researchers understand of how malicious parties use online platforms to deceive and scam people. To achieve this goal researchers developed this extension which allows members of the community to report posts they see in their everyday life. While the extension itself is free to download it will only activate for users who sign a consent to participate form. THIS EXTENSION IS FOR BETA TESTING
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Details
- Version1.3
- UpdatedMay 17, 2026
- Offered byUniversity of Maryland — Breakerspace Lab
- Size2.81MiB
- LanguagesEnglish
- DeveloperUniversity of Maryland College Park
8125 Paint Branch Dr College Park, MD 20742 USEmail
scamperceptionstudy@umiacs.umd.edu - Non-traderThis developer has not identified itself as a trader. For consumers in the European Union, please note that consumer rights do not apply to contracts between you and this developer.
Privacy
MC2 Scam Reporter for Facebook - BETA has disclosed the following information regarding the collection and usage of your data. More detailed information can be found in the developer's privacy policy.
MC2 Scam Reporter for Facebook - BETA handles the following:
This developer declares that your data is
- Not being sold to third parties, outside of the approved use cases
- Not being used or transferred for purposes that are unrelated to the item's core functionality
- Not being used or transferred to determine creditworthiness or for lending purposes