Six Black Friday Scams and How to Avoid Them
November 15, 2022
In fact, one in four shoppers reports experiencing fraud during the holiday season.
The holiday season is right around the corner. Not only is this a wonderful time for seeing family and friends, but it’s also a great time for savings, specifically on Black Friday. Black Friday draws millions of holiday shoppers seeking to score deals, compete for hot products, and cross names off their shopping lists.
This flurry of shopping activity also attracts scammers looking to cash in. Scammers can easily take advantage of the season to make off with your gifts, credit card information, or identity.
These are the Black Friday scams to be aware of in 2022:
- Non-delivery scam
- Gift card scam
- Fake charity scam
- Fake order scam
- Fake website scam
- Fake delivery scam
Before you reach into your wallet this holiday season, follow this guide to learn more about Black Friday scams, protection tips, and what to do if you come across one.
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