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Common types of fraud

Below is a brief taxonomy of fraud scenarios. Gatekeeper can help mitigate or detect;

Account Takeover / Credential Stuffing

Fraudsters gain unauthorized access to user accounts, often using leaked or stolen login details.

Fake or Synthetic Accounts

Fraudsters create multiple or completely fabricated identities to exploit sign-up promos or bonuses.

Payment Fraud

Use of stolen credit cards or payment instruments to fund accounts, purchase items, or launder funds.

Chargeback Abuse / Friendly Fraud

Legitimate customers or fraudsters request chargebacks on valid transactions, leading to losses for merchants.

Location Spoofing

Users mask or fake their physical location to circumvent regional restrictions or pricing.

Account Sharing & Credential Sharing

Multiple people use a single subscription or betting account, reducing revenue and complicating compliance.

Bot & Script Attacks

Automated software or scripts artificially generate transactions, ad clicks, or streaming plays to inflate metrics or siphon rewards.