Hystar.com 2025 Reports & Reviews

Hystar.com Reports & Reviews (2)

• Mar 13, 2025

Type of a scam Employment

Hystar AS Hiring Scam

I recently received a job offer for an Administrative Assistant, Data Entry, and Customer Service position from a company called Hystar AS. While the offer initially seemed legitimate, after doing some research and noticing several inconsistencies, I began to suspect it was a scam. Here’s what happened:

Initial Contact:
The first email I received came from a Gmail address, and it started with the phrase "Dear Prospective Employee"—a red flag right off the bat. The email came from someone claiming to be the Lead Talent Specialist. I didn’t apply for this job, which raised more questions. The tone and formatting of the email also seemed off, with strange spacing and errors. The second email was from [email protected], which isn't the format of their company's email address.

The Offer:
The offer seemed promising at first, stating that I’d be working remotely as an Administrative Assistant for a new Hystar AS branch in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The offer included an hourly rate of $28.75, which would supposedly equate to about $59,800 annually. However, the numbers didn’t add up. When you calculate 40 hours per week at that rate, it doesn’t match the promised annual salary, even if you account for paid holidays or leave time.

Discrepancies:
Salary Calculation: According to the offer, I’d be making $28.75/hour, but when I did the math, the numbers didn’t make sense for a full-time position. The annual salary was listed as $59,800, but with a 40-hour workweek, that number is much higher than what it should be based on the hourly rate. A salaried position would make sense, but this seemed inconsistent for an hourly one.

Payment Frequency: The offer stated that I’d be paid weekly, but when I mentioned that I preferred bi-weekly pay, they didn’t respond to my request. This lack of flexibility and unwillingness to address my concerns felt off.

Request for Personal Information: I was also asked to submit personal information, including W-4 and I-9 forms, before receiving a formal offer or even having a phone interview. This is a major red flag, as legitimate companies typically don’t ask for this information until after an official offer is extended and terms are clearly agreed upon.

Inconsistent Job Titles: The person who reached out to me mentioned speaking with a hiring manager named “Hans,” but his role appeared to be different when I checked the company’s website. This inconsistency in roles made me question the legitimacy of the offer.

Additional Red Flags:
Unusual Communication: The person who contacted me told me to download the Telegram app to conduct the interview. This is a tactic often used by scammers to avoid being caught.
Unsolicited Job Offer: I did not apply for this position, nor did I have any prior contact with the company. This is a typical approach for job scammers. Finally, I was told that I'd be sent a check to set up my remote working space and purchase accounting programs I'd need for the job. There are currently numerous job scams, whereby people send you checks for equipment or supplies and then tell you to electronically send the remaining funds back to them.

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- Oklahoma City, OK, USA • Feb 20, 2025

Scammer's website www.hystar.com
Scammer's address Wilminton, DE, USA
Scammer's email [email protected]
Country United States
Victim Location OK 73170, USA
Type of a scam Employment
Initial means of contact Not applicable

Employment Scam

I applied for a data entry job. I was emailed by someone stating that I was a prospect. I was informed to get Microsoft teams and have an online message interview. He went by the name Jan *******. He did an interview with me through messaging back and forth with tons of info about the company Hystar and that they were getting a brick and mortar here in Oklahoma on 3/24/25. He told me that they would set me up with a laptop, printer, scanner and internet for the job and they would send a check to get me started. I at this point had another email asking me for all my personal information like W-4 and Form I-9 along with a very formal job offer letter. I sent all my info. Then I stated to feel something wasn't right. At this point we had not spoke on the phone or zoomed. So I asked to speak with him and he told me they had a no phone policy. I also told him that I was trying to connect with him on LinkedIn and he told me he would check it over the weekend when he could. I researched the business and it seems to be a legit business in Norway that talks about coming to the US. I also checked out the name he used Jan ******* whom seems to a real person and I think that is why he responded the way he did about LinkedIn when I asked. So be aware. It seems legit at first.

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