List of Known Bad Actor Email Addresses

Please be aware of a scam where bad actors try to add themselves to directories to steal personal information.

To protect your community, always verify identities before adding email addresses to your directory. Do not add anyone without proper verification. See the list of known bad actor email addresses below.

If you have concerns or would like to report a suspected fraudulent email, please contact customer support.

This is the email that is usually sent.

"I hope this message finds you well. My name is .... My husband and I (or just I) are thrilled to become part of your church family.

Kindly add us to the church's member online directory and also set up online giving. We anticipate sharing in worship and community with you all."

They will also send you a fake "stock" photo so it will look legitimate!

These scammers will also go to your church website or Facebook page, find a staff or member's name, create a fake email, and then email the church asking for a PDF to be emailed to them.

If this happens - please report to Google using their online form that someone is trying to impersonate them if it is a Gmail account.

Stay safe,

The Instant Church Directory Team

List of Known Bad Actor Email Addresses