Hey, have you ever been scrolling or browsing when you see an ad for something you want at an amazing price? The offer is limited and time is running out—you need to click now…

This is exactly what scammers do to steal your personal and card info—they get you to move fast so you won’t notice it’s too good to be true.

84% of people targeted by a fake shopping website engaged with it, and 47% of them lost money!

You must stay hyper aware of what you’re clicking, even if something seems legit. The fraudsters are getting more sophisticated and it only takes one careless moment to become a victim.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

• Slow down
• Try to visit the website directly instead of clicking on a link
• Examine the URL before clicking if you can, or make sure it has a padlock, https (not http) or is a verified site
• Poor grammar or spelling can indicate a fraud site
• Check if an unknown company has a wider online presence

Learn more about protecting yourself while shopping online at the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) website.

See something phishy? Report it at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.