CCWC 2026 Official Social Media & Scam Alert Guidelines
Discover the official social media channels for CCWC 2026 and learn how to identify and report fake Facebook groups, pages, and profiles impersonating the IDBF or the Championships. This page provides clear steps for reporting impersonation or scam accounts, guidance on staying safe online, and links to verified IDBF Facebook and Instagram profiles. Always verify event information through official channels to protect yourself and the global dragon boat community.
The official social media channels for CCWC 2026 are:
- IDBF Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/idbf.dragonboat.sport/
- IDBF Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/idbf.dragonboat.sport/
- Follow the IDBF on our official handle, @idbf.dragonboat.sport, on Facebook and Instagram.
Beware of Fake IDBF Championships Social Media Accounts
Fake Facebook groups, pages and profiles impersonating the IDBF, past championships and CCWC 2026 Hualien have been reported. These accounts may share misleading information, send friend requests, or invite you to unofficial groups.
- The IDBF is an organization, not a person, it will never send friend requests.
- The IDBF will never invite you to a closed Facebook group for this event.
- Even if a friend or family member is already in a group, it does not mean the group is legitimate. Always verify using the official links above.
How to Report Suspicious Accounts
If you encounter a suspicious profile, page, or group:
- Use the platform’s Report function (e.g., “Report Profile,” “Report Group,” “Report Post”).
- Select Impersonation or Scam/Fraud as the reason.
- Do not engage with the account or accept any requests.
- Inform your team so others can avoid the scam.
If you are unsure whether an account is legitimate, you may send a message to the verified IDBF Facebook or Instagram accounts listed above.
Stay Safe Online
- Always check the handle, URL, and follower count of event pages.
- Never share personal or financial information with unverified accounts.
- Be cautious of phishing attempts offering ‘exclusive access or discounts’, ‘special passes’ or ‘prizes’.
- When in doubt, verify via the official IDBF website: https://www.dragonboat.sport
Staying vigilant helps protect the entire dragon boat community and ensures a safe online experience leading into the Championships.
Reported scam Facebook groups
About the IDBF
The International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) is the global governing body for dragon boat racing. Founded in 1991 in Hong Kong, it oversees and promotes the sport of dragon boat paddling across the world. With a mission to foster unity, friendship, and fair competition, the IDBF organises multiple international world championships, sets rules and standards for dragon boat racing and equipment, and has a membership base of over 80 national federations.