Is it permissible to profit from PTP (paid-to-promote) websites that rely on sending fake visits, or from free programs and websites, knowing that these websites accept such visits?
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A Muslim is obligated to beware of deception, fraud, and consuming people's wealth unjustly, for these are forbidden and blameworthy. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "Whoever deceives us is not of us," and "Whoever cheats is not from me," and "Deceit and treachery lead to the Fire." This encompasses all forms of deception or fraud in any field or against anyone. Therefore, it is not permissible to engage in transactions where visits are fictitious and by which one deceives those who pay money for them or misleads others, regardless of how one registers on the site or the nature of its operation.
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