TechMAX Scam Warning: Do Not Buy Fake Contact Lists or Tickets
- Philip Griffiths
- 2 hours ago
- 3 min read
We want to make exhibitors, visitors and the wider tech community aware of scams currently being reported around TechMAX.
We have had a report of someone trying to sell a fake contact list for the event. We have also had two reports of people trying to sell tickets to attend the free day event.
These offers are not genuine.
Only book through official channels
There are only two official ways to book for TechMAX.
You can book directly through the TechMAX website:
Or you can book through the official Eventbrite page:
If someone contacts you directly offering tickets, discounted tickets, spare tickets, attendee data, contact lists or exhibitor lists, please treat it as a scam.
The day event is free
The TechMAX day event is free to attend, so there is no reason to buy a day ticket from anyone else.
Please do not send money to anyone claiming they can sell you access to the free day event. Only book through the official TechMAX website or the official Eventbrite page.
We do not sell contact lists
TechMAX does not sell attendee contact lists.
No third party has access to the attendee list before the event. The only person with access to the list before the event is Phil, and this is handled internally.
Tickets are also printed in house, so we do not need to send ticket data or attendee information to any outside company for ticket printing.
If someone claims they have the official TechMAX attendee list, buyer list, exhibitor contacts, visitor email addresses or direct phone numbers, they are not telling the truth.
Watch out for fake emails and messages
Scammers may contact exhibitors, sponsors or visitors using random email addresses such as Gmail, Outlook.com or other free email services.
Some may also use email addresses that look official at first glance. These can include website names with added words, missing letters, changed spellings or extra text added to make them look genuine.
They may claim they have verified contact data, direct email addresses, job titles or a full attendee database for TechMAX.
They may also try to create pressure by saying the list is only available for a limited time, or that you need to act quickly to secure tickets.
Do not click links or open files
Fake contact lists can be more than just a waste of money. Some files may contain viruses or malware.
Scammers may also send you to a website that is designed to infect your computer, steal your login details or collect payment information.
If you receive a message offering TechMAX tickets, contact lists or attendee data, do not click any links, do not open attachments and do not reply.
What to do if you receive one
If you receive a suspicious email or message linked to TechMAX:
Do not reply to it.
Do not click any links.
Do not open any attachments.
Do not send any money.
Block and report the sender.
Forward the message to the TechMAX (info@tftmax.com) team so we can warn others.
Please stay alert
Sadly, event related scams are common across the trade show industry, especially when an event is getting attention.
TechMAX will only ever direct you to book through our official website or our official Eventbrite page.
If you are ever unsure whether something is genuine, please check with us before taking any action.
Stay safe, stay alert and please do not buy tickets or contact lists from third party sellers.
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