You’ll likely be doing more online shopping this year, so here& #39;s a handy guide to help you stay safe while navigating the digital sea this #BlackFriday
Pay using a debit or credit card
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Paying for purchases on your bank card can offer you additional protection in case anything goes wrong
It can save you a lot of heartache if something you bought isn’t as it seems or if your order never arrives
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But watch out…
Paying for purchases on your bank card can offer you additional protection in case anything goes wrong
It can save you a lot of heartache if something you bought isn’t as it seems or if your order never arrives
But watch out…
...for fake websites!
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Fraudsters are keen to get your card details and might try and lure you to their website with the promise of a sale or out of stock items
Check the full URL of the websites you visit before entering any of your details
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Fraudsters are keen to get your card details and might try and lure you to their website with the promise of a sale or out of stock items
Check the full URL of the websites you visit before entering any of your details
Social media
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If you come across extremely cheap items on social media be aware because the person behind that account could be a scammer!
Be extremely careful, especially if you& #39;re asked to pay by bank transfer.
If you come across extremely cheap items on social media be aware because the person behind that account could be a scammer!
Be extremely careful, especially if you& #39;re asked to pay by bank transfer.
Things to question before buying something:
Have you heard of this website before?
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Is this product offered at this price elsewhere?
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Can you pay via your bank card?
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Does this website have any reviews or feedback?
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Have you heard of this website before?
Is this product offered at this price elsewhere?
Can you pay via your bank card?
Does this website have any reviews or feedback?
#TakeFive and #shopsavvy
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Stop - Think before sharing your details online
Challenge - Could it be a scam?
Protect - Contact your bank if you think you& #39;ve fallen for a scam and report it to Action Fraud
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Stop - Think before sharing your details online
Challenge - Could it be a scam?
Protect - Contact your bank if you think you& #39;ve fallen for a scam and report it to Action Fraud