Heads up, shopping fam! 📦🛍️ As of November 27, 2025, Black Friday and Cyber Monday are just around the corner, and that means 🔥 deals 🔥… but also scam alerts! Experts, including Karina Mitchell, say the holiday season is prime time for fraudsters. Here’s how to spot the biggest threats and keep your wallet (and data) safe.
Top Scams to Watch Out For
- Phishing Emails: Fake 'urgent' deal alerts asking for your login or payment info. Tip: Check the sender's email and hover over links before clicking.
- Clone Websites: Slightly misspelled URLs mimicking legit stores. Tip: Bookmark official sites or use trusted apps.
- Too-Good-To-Be-True Offers: 90% off designer items? 🚩 Always compare prices across multiple vendors.
- Public Wi-Fi Attacks: Free coffee shop Wi-Fi could be a hacker's playground. Tip: Use a VPN or mobile data.
- Gift Card Scams: Scammers ask you to pay with gift cards only. Legit brands never do this. Buyer beware!
Quick Safety Tips
- Use two-factor authentication (2FA) on all shopping accounts 🛡️
- Enable alerts for your credit/debit cards 💳
- Stick to secure payment methods like credit cards or trusted wallets
- Update your apps and device OS before shopping
- Trust your gut—if it feels off, don't share personal info
Stay savvy and happy hunting! 🎉 Got any other tips? Drop them in the comments below! 👇
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
