"Mercado Libre": fake ads using the Mercado Libre name
This platform is promoted with ads that match the pattern of investment fraud campaigns documented by European regulators. We recommend not signing up or sharing your details.
What are the "Mercado Libre" ads?
They are ads that use the Mercado Libre name, without permission, to promote a supposed investment platform called "Mercado Libre". Our team has recorded 2 ads in Argentina since October 26, 2026. The ads use the image of Javier Milei and Marcos Galperin. We found no indication that they authorised it: impersonating celebrities is the most common technique in this type of fraud.
Warning signs detected
- Uses the image of famous people with no sign of authorisation.
- Promoted through social media ads promising profits.
→ Celebrity investment scams: how they work and how to spot them
Which brokers it leads to
We have not identified the broker it leads to yet. We will update this page when we do.
Impersonated celebrity
Detections
| Date | Country | Impersonated celebrity | Broker |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 27, 2026 | Argentina | Javier Milei, Marcos Galperin | — |
| October 26, 2026 | Argentina | Javier Milei, Marcos Galperin | — |
Related platforms
They use the same celebrities or advertise in the same countries.
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