Kuwait’s Zakat House has issued a warning over fake Snapchat accounts impersonating the organization, sparking concerns about potential fraud.

The charity, which was established in 1984 to facilitate work on collecting and distributing Sadaqa and Zakat, denied having an official presence on social media platforms. In a statement released on Saturday, it said any links or contact numbers circulating outside its official channels are not affiliated with the organization.

Government officials have warned the public to exercise caution when interacting with suspicious accounts on social media. The establishment of Zakat House has a history dating back to 1984, and the charity works on collecting and distributing Zakat and charities by the best, most efficient, and legally permissible ways.

The fake accounts are impersonating Kuwait Zakat House, which could potentially mislead the public into making donations or sharing sensitive information. In order to avoid falling prey to such scams, officials have advised people to be cautious when using social media platforms.

Government officials in Kuwait have urged the public to refrain from interacting with suspicious accounts and to share unverified links to prevent any potential harm. The charity will continue to work on collecting and distributing Zakat and charities to support society within Kuwait and abroad.