Here’s the difference between scam and spam 👇
🧠 1. Spam
- Meaning: Unwanted or irrelevant messages sent in bulk.
- Purpose: Usually to advertise or promote something.
- Example:
- “Buy cheap sunglasses now!” emails sent to thousands of people.
- Random promotional texts or social media DMs.
- Harm Level: Mostly annoying, but not always dangerous (unless it includes a scam link).
💰 2. Scam
- Meaning: A fraudulent scheme designed to trick people into giving away money, personal data, or passwords.
- Purpose: To deceive and steal from the victim.
- Example:
- A message saying “You’ve won a lottery! Pay ₹500 to claim your prize.”
- Fake job offers asking for an “application fee.”
- Harm Level: Dangerous — can lead to financial loss or identity theft.
⚖️ In short:
| Feature | Spam | Scam |
| Intent | Advertising or mass messaging | Fraud or theft |
| Harm | Annoying | Dangerous |
| Example | “50% off sale now!” | “Send money to claim your prize” |
