Mahou warns of a new scam circulating on WhatsApp: "Congratulations, you've won a cooler full of beer."

Online scams are more common now that social media connects people from all over the world. This week, thousands of Spaniards received a WhatsApp message with a link promising a prize consisting of a beach cooler and several bottles of Mahou beer. The rapid spread of this message, along with the public's lack of awareness, has led the brand to issue a warning message.

Mahou has posted on its social media profile 'X', informing users that if they receive this link, they should not click on it as it is a scam . "We have detected this promotion and it is a fake. Please, those of you who have received it, do not provide any personal information . All our sweepstakes and contests are always carried out through our brands' official channels. Thank you all!" they explain.

This fraudulent link has spread like wildfire due to thousands of people unaware of the risks of falling into cybercriminals' traps. This time, when the user clicks on the link, they are directed to a website with a large header image announcing "Win this cooler," and a large refrigerator full of cold Mahou beers.

"Welcome to the Mahou Summer 2025 Contest . This campaign celebrates sunny days with a refreshing gift. Answer the questions below to win a cooler full of Mahou beers. There are still 241 prizes available," the website announces upon entry. The number of prizes decreases rapidly to create a sense of urgency and increase the chances of falling for the scam.

A series of questions then appear, and once you've completed the questionnaire, you're encouraged to open "surprise boxes" in search of the prize. Although you'll rarely win it on the first try, the supposed prize is guaranteed, as the Mahou refrigerator will appear at any moment. At that point, you're asked to send the link to your WhatsApp contacts and then enter your shipping information to receive the prize.

"Enter your delivery address and begin registration," explains the fraudulent website. Once you've entered your details, the scam begins, stealing your data through what's known as "phishing," a very common technique among cybercriminals. By forcing people to share the link with their friends, they ensure that a large number of victims will fall for the scam and succeed. If you receive this message, ignore it and tell your friends that it's a scam.