'Tis the Season for Holiday Online Shopping Scams—Don't Be a Victim. Other sites may offer products at a great price, but the products being sold are not the same as the products advertised.
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HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Whether you are shopping online for gifts or using your debit card in stores beware because a Grinch could be out to steal your wish list.
The FBI sent out a warning Monday reminding shoppers to be aware of increasingly aggressive and unorthodox scams designed by criminals to steal money and personal information.
In the last two years people living in West Virginia lost nearly $2.1 million due to a variety of scams, according to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center.
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The number of victims reporting losses so far this year has more than doubled from last year.
The FBI says to steer clear of unfamiliar sites offering unrealistic discounts on brand-name merchandise.
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Scammers frequently prey on Black Friday and Cyber Monday bargain hunters by advertising 'One-Day Only' promotions from recognized brands. Without a skeptical eye, consumers may end up paying for an item, giving away personal information and receive nothing in return except a compromised identity.
Be cautious of sellers and websites that demand payment solely through gift cards. Scammers sometimes encourage shoppers to conduct wire transfers, allowing criminals to quickly receive illicit funds. Credit cards provide several layers of security against fraud and are typically the safest way to conduct online shopping.
Steps to avoid holiday fraud schemes:
- Before shopping online, secure all financial accounts with strong passwords or passphrases. Additionally, the FBI recommends using different passwords for each financial account.
- Check bank and credit card statements routinely, including after making online purchases and in the weeks following the holiday season.
- Never give personal information— such as your date of birth, Social Security number, or billing addresses— to anyone you do not know.
- Be wary of promotions and giveaways that request your personal information.
- Prior to donating to any charity, verify that they have a valid Taxpayer Identification number by visiting their website or calling the charity directly.
- 'tis The Season To Give Holiday Discounts 2020
- 'tis The Season To Give Holiday Discounts On Amazon
- 'tis The Season To Give Holiday Discounts Due
- 'tis The Season To Give Holiday Discounts 2020
- ‘Tis the season to celebrate. Here's how to do it safely. It's tempting to give this holiday season a miss. Postal Service offers a service to facilitate a reply.) 3.
- ‘Tis the Season to Give to the Reining Horse Foundation Since its creation in 2001, the Reining Horse Foundation has existed to help reiners in need, preserve National Reining Horse Association history, create opportunities for youth, and shine a positive beacon on the entire reining industry.
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Whether you are shopping online for gifts or using your debit card in stores beware because a Grinch could be out to steal your wish list.
The FBI sent out a warning Monday reminding shoppers to be aware of increasingly aggressive and unorthodox scams designed by criminals to steal money and personal information.
In the last two years people living in West Virginia lost nearly $2.1 million due to a variety of scams, according to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center.
'tis The Season To Give Holiday Discounts 2020
Popular Searches
The number of victims reporting losses so far this year has more than doubled from last year.
The FBI says to steer clear of unfamiliar sites offering unrealistic discounts on brand-name merchandise.
'tis The Season To Give Holiday Discounts On Amazon
Scammers frequently prey on Black Friday and Cyber Monday bargain hunters by advertising 'One-Day Only' promotions from recognized brands. Without a skeptical eye, consumers may end up paying for an item, giving away personal information and receive nothing in return except a compromised identity.
Be cautious of sellers and websites that demand payment solely through gift cards. Scammers sometimes encourage shoppers to conduct wire transfers, allowing criminals to quickly receive illicit funds. Credit cards provide several layers of security against fraud and are typically the safest way to conduct online shopping.
Steps to avoid holiday fraud schemes:
- Before shopping online, secure all financial accounts with strong passwords or passphrases. Additionally, the FBI recommends using different passwords for each financial account.
- Check bank and credit card statements routinely, including after making online purchases and in the weeks following the holiday season.
- Never give personal information— such as your date of birth, Social Security number, or billing addresses— to anyone you do not know.
- Be wary of promotions and giveaways that request your personal information.
- Prior to donating to any charity, verify that they have a valid Taxpayer Identification number by visiting their website or calling the charity directly.
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West Virginia shoppers who suspect they've been victimized should immediately contact their financial institution, then call their local law enforcement agency.
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