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[Josh Bass]

So, I got this email today. I can't imagine this is not a scam. I don't know exactly what the scam is/how it works. Hopefully someone else has dealt with it and has some insight? Thanks. Yes, I know damn well my website is not winning any awards.


Hi,

We are from the PWA and would like to confer on you our
Website Award.

PWA stands for Popular Website Awards, a widely recognised
internet award program and inspirational portal, that
identifies the pioneers on the internet. We recognize
websites that combine beautiful interactive design with
intelligent technology, along with an unmatched dedication
to the quality of their service.

We have reviewed your website, joshbass.com and after
reviewing it, we are happy to inform you that your company
has been found to pass our quality criteria and we have
selected you for receiving the award.

This will be an online award, You can Put our verifiable
award logo on your website and get more customers, earn
the honor, recognition and respect you deserve.

The PWA is an internationally represented non profit
dedicated to identify and to honor small businesses that
continue to excel and grow and deserve praise and
recognition for their achievements.

Please email us back if you want to accept the award
- and we will update our website accordingly. If you
have a FaceBook page, you can mention the award there
too. Our winners regularly report increased profits
and improved customer trust after receiving the award.

There are no costs, we will not charge anything from
you - not now or later also. Also, we have a Page Rank
of 6 on Google, so an award from us will boost your S.E.O..

Thanks and regards,

[redacted]
Awards Manager,
PopularWebsiteAwards-India.
www.[redacted].com
Email: [redacted]
Email: [redacted]

Ph: [redacted]
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