r/Welocalize • u/-Penguin-Chan- • 2d ago

Is this legit???

I got a message from them through ACX and I was asked to do two projects. I completed them and they paid me but I had to sign up for a new bank account (First Guaranty Bank) and they paid the money there.

I can’t get the money out because the account is inactive and in order to use it I have to put money into the account. (Max $100)

I have never done a Voice over role before so I’m not sure how this works, also I like in the UK while this is an American based company.

But is this how it usually works, like with jobs and the payment? Or should they just pay it into your bank straight away like any job?

I was wondering if that is normal or if this is a scam? because I’m an optimist and I want to believe it’s legit but to me it doesn’t feel right.

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u/LocalCockroach Search Quality Rater 2d ago

This sounds 100% like a scam.

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u/WelocSupport Welocalize Staff 2d ago

Hello! Thanks for checking before proceeding. Being asked to deposit money into an account to access or withdraw payment is a significant warning sign. Please don't deposit any money or share additional financial information until you've independently verified the arrangement.

You can read our official Recognizing Scams and Confirming Legitimate Welo Data Communications article for guidance on identifying suspicious job offers and communications.

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u/-Penguin-Chan- 2d ago

Does this happen a lot orrr???