Marketplace scams
How fake pet listings work and what to check before you send money.
Scammers post adorable photos, send realistic-looking contracts, and ask for a wire transfer or gift cards before you ever meet the animal. Here's exactly what they do and the six things to verify before handing over a dollar.
Phishing emails
The 5 Amazon phishing emails people fall for most this year.
From fake order confirmations to 'your account has been suspended' messages, these emails are getting harder to spot. We break down each one and show you the exact details that give them away.
Fake reviews
Why 4.8-star products on Amazon are sometimes the most dangerous ones to buy.
A suspiciously high rating with hundreds of reviews can be a red flag, not a green one. Here's how review farms work, and what to look for when a product seems too good to be true.
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