Parents and young people have been urged to be wary of social media "job" scams that are being circulated.
North Yorkshire Police said in the last six months it had received 40 reports of these types of fraud operating in the area.
The force said they involve posts on social media offering hundreds of pounds in return for liking or sharing content, and the youngest victim was just 15.
"If you come across an offer like this, please ignore it, don't click on any links they provide and definitely don't send them any money," said Det Insp Janine Mitchell.
She added: "Young people are very social media savvy. They hear that influencers can make money online so if they're contacted by fraudsters saying that this is a way to make money, it seems perfectly feasible."
