AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Most of us have that one Facebook friend who keeps posting the same message.

“I’ve been hacked. Don’t accept any new friend requests from me.” It’s usually the same people over and over again. If you wonder why those people keep getting scammed, look at their friend requests.

When a stranger sends a friend request, you probably ignore it. That’s smart. But what many people don’t realize is that even if you decline the request, that person can still follow you. They can see anything you post publicly on their news feed just like they are your friend.

Those followers don’t go away. If your privacy settings allow it, strangers can see your public photos, your kids’ pictures, your vacation updates, and even your friends list. And that friends list is what scammers

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