THE GETTA ROUND

[Colorado Coffinmaker]

How ANNOYING!!  Trying to open an attached YouTube piece and being required to "Sign In to Prove Your Not a Bot"   Horse Pucky.  Has nothing to do with whether or not you're a BOT!!  It's a Phising SCAM to acquire your information.  Information that will eventually be sold.  I REFUSE TO COMPLY!!

 

I don't know if this works in all cases, but I found there may be sufficient information on the YouTube piece, to go directly to YouTube, look it up and have no trouble viewing the object of your desire.  AND:  You don't have to sign in to anything!!!

 

 

Edited December 8, 2024 by PaleWolf Brunelle, #2495L
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[Subdeacon Joe]

"Sign in to prove you're not a bot" is not inherently a phishing scam; it's a common practice used by legitimate websites to prevent automated bot activity, often utilizing CAPTCHA or similar verification methods. However, be cautious if you encounter this prompt on a suspicious website, especially if it asks for unusual information or seems out of place with the site's normal functionality. 

Key points to consider:

Legitimate use:

Most reputable platforms like Google, Facebook, and online forums use "sign in to prove you're not a bot" to protect against automated spam and malicious activity.

Phishing red flags:

Unfamiliar website: If you're on a website you've never visited before, be extra wary.

Unusual request: If the "sign in" prompt asks for excessive personal information beyond what's normally required.

Poor design: Check for grammatical errors or a visually unprofessional appearance on the site.

Urgency tactics: If the message creates a sense of panic or pressure to sign in immediately. 

How to stay safe:

Check the URL:

Verify that the website address matches the expected domain before entering any login information.

Look for security indicators:

Check for a padlock icon in the address bar, indicating a secure connection.

Hover over links:

Hover your mouse over links to see the actual URL they lead to.

Contact the website directly:

If you're unsure about a "sign in to prove you're not a bot" prompt, reach out to the website owner through a verified channel to confirm its legitimacy."

[Subdeacon Joe]

"

Sign in to prove you're not a bot" is not inherently a phishing scam; it's a common practice used by legitimate websites to prevent automated bot activity, often utilizing CAPTCHA or similar verification methods. However, be cautious if you encounter this prompt on a suspicious website, especially if it asks for unusual information or seems out of place with the site's normal functionality. 

 

Key points to consider:

• Legitimate use:

  Most reputable platforms like Google, Facebook, and online forums use "sign in to prove you're not a bot" to protect against automated spam and malicious activity.
• Phishing red flags:

  • Unfamiliar website: If you're on a website you've never visited before, be extra wary.
  • Unusual request: If the "sign in" prompt asks for excessive personal information beyond what's normally required.
  • Poor design: Check for grammatical errors or a visually unprofessional appearance on the site.
  • Urgency tactics: If the message creates a sense of panic or pressure to sign in immediately. 
     

 

How to stay safe:

• Check the URL:

  Verify that the website address matches the expected domain before entering any login information.
• Look for security indicators:

  Check for a padlock icon in the address bar, indicating a secure connection.
• Hover over links:

  Hover your mouse over links to see the actual URL they lead to.
• Contact the website directly:

  If you're unsure about a "sign in to prove you're not a bot" prompt, reach out to the website owner through a verified channel to confirm its legitimacy."

[Texas Joker]

You tube will have me sign in on demonetized/ graphic videos that are age restricted.

 

Phishing involves targeted social engineering by bad actors to steal credentials or to get you to allow access to those that shouldn't have it.

 

What is being described by OP is marketing of the product. YOU.

 

Why else would multi billion dollar networks be given for 'free'.