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Online shopping — don’t get hooked by fake sellers

Love a good bargain? We all do! But when shopping online, be cautious of those too-good-to-be-true deals. Scammers are lurking, ready to snatch up your credit card information. Before you hit that “Buy Now” button, do your research. Here’s how to spot fake online sellers: Remember, a little extra caution can go a long way. […]

Ditch the autofill: protect your info

Online shopping is super convenient, but saving your credit card information for faster checkouts might be a risky move. Think of it this way: every time you save your card details, you’re leaving your digital wallet open for anyone who manages to break into that website. Hackers love easy targets, and your saved card info […]

E-skimming: the sneaky online shoplift

Ever wondered how those online shopping scams happen? Well, there’s a sneaky trick called e-skimming that cybercriminals use to steal your credit card information. Imagine you’re shopping online and you reach the checkout page. You enter your credit card details, thinking everything is safe. But what you don’t know is that a tiny piece of […]

Score deals, stay safe: spotting trustworthy sellers on Amazon

Amazon is a shopper’s paradise – millions of products, lightning-fast delivery… what’s not to love? But with so much variety, it’s important to be a savvy shopper and avoid counterfeit or unsafe products. Here are some tips to help you shop safely on Amazon: Seller Savvy: Who Are You Buying From? Not all sellers on […]

Create a separate email address for online shopping and promotional subscriptions

A separate commerce email address may serve you in the following ways:

Avoid storing your credit card information on websites.

Many websites propose to store your card details for future transactions. While this offers convenience, it also carries a certain level of risk. In the event of a security breach, your card information could potentially be stolen and misused for fraudulent purchases. An alternative to this would be to manually input your card details with […]