In the Garden Tower Defense community, a new scam has been making the rounds, and many players have already fallen victim to it. Scammers are pretending to be well-known YouTubers, influencers, or “trustworthy” community members, offering free services like custom GFX or character renders. While it may look like a friendly favor, this is actually a trick to steal your Roblox account. This guide will explain how the scam works, what to do if you’ve been targeted, and how to protect your account moving forward.
How the Scam Works
The scam usually begins with a message on Discord. The scammer pretends to be someone famous or reliable and offers you a free GFX or render of your Roblox character. To make it look real, they claim they need a small piece of information from your account.
Here’s where the trap begins:
- They ask you to right-click and “Inspect” your browser while logged into Roblox.
- Then, they tell you to copy a block of strange text and send it to them.
- That “weird looking text” actually contains your Roblox login data.
Once they have this, the scammer can:
- Log into your account.
- Steal your Units in Garden Tower Defense.
- Take your Robux or even trade away your valuable items.
What to Do If You Fell Victim
If you’ve already sent your information, act quickly:
- Change your Roblox password immediately.
- Go to Settings → Security → Log Out of All Other Sessions to kick the scammer out.
- Enable 2-Step Verification (2FA) to add an extra layer of protection.
- Check your Roblox inventory and trades to see if anything was stolen.
- Report the scammer to both Discord and Roblox.
How to Stay Safe in the Future
- Never share account data: If someone asks you for text, codes, or scripts you don’t understand, don’t send it.
- Be skeptical of “free offers”: Scammers often use free gifts or favors to trick players.
- Verify identities: Even if someone claims to be a YouTuber, always double-check their real profile or social links.
- Enable security features: Use a strong password and turn on 2FA in Roblox.
This scam is spreading fast in the Garden Tower Defense community, but staying alert is the best defense. Remember, no legitimate creator or developer will ever ask you to copy strange text from your browser. Protect your account, secure your Robux, and don’t let scammers ruin your progress. Stay safe, and share this PSA with your friends so no one else falls victim.