Online Shopping Challenge

Image of a scam online shopping website showing a smartphone on sale for 80% off for a limited time

Q1: You find a new smartphone advertised for 80% off. The sale ends tonight. What would you do?

Purchase the item before the sale ends

Compare prices with other websites

The price seems much lower than what other retailers are charging. This may be a warning sign.

Tip:

If a deal appears unusually cheap, take a moment to compare prices across multiple retailers before making a purchase.

Next question

You find the same product listed at a much higher price elsewhere. This gives you more information before deciding whether to proceed.

Tip:

Comparing prices can help you identify offers that may not be genuine.

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Q2: The website looks professional, but you've never heard of the retailer before. What would you do?

Continue to checkout

Research the retailer first

Before purchasing from an unfamiliar retailer, take a moment to review the website carefully. Read reviews from multiple shoppers, check the seller's contact details, look for a returns policy or 'About us' section.

Tip:

Use a website authenticity checker and make sure you feel comfortable with the retailer before proceeding with your purchase.

Next question

You look for reviews online and check the retailer's contact information. This may help you identify warning signs before making a purchase.

Tip:

Taking a few moments to research an unfamiliar retailer can help you shop more safely online.

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Q3: At checkout, the shopping site only accepts Bank Transfer and Cryptocurrency. What would you do?

Continue with the payment

Leave the website

The purchase may still be legitimate, however limited payment options can be a warning sign.

Tip:

Be cautious if a retailer only accepts unusual payment methods. Take time to understand the risks before sending money.

Next question

You decide not to proceed until you've gathered more information about the retailer.

Tip:

If something doesn't feel right, take a moment to verify the retailer before making a payment.

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Q4: A few days later, you receive a text message saying: "Your parcel could not be delivered. A delivery fee is required before redelivery."

Tap on the link in the message

Check directly with the delivery company

Scammers often send fake parcel delivery messages during major shopping events. The link may lead to a fraudulent website designed to collect your personal or payment information.

Tip:

Be careful when clicking on links in unexpected messages.

Complete challenge

You use the retailer's website or the delivery company's official app to check the delivery status.

Tip:

If you're expecting a delivery, check tracking information through official channels rather than links in messages.

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Before you buy, remember:

Check the deal

Research the retailer and website

Check the payment method.

We hope these scenarios have helped you recognise some common scam warning signs this sale season. If you would like to learn more, explore these 6 tips on how to avoid online shopping scams.

What would you do this sale season?

Is this bargain too good to be true?

Q1: You find a new smartphone advertised for 80% off. The sale ends tonight. What would you do?

The price seems much lower than what other retailers are charging. This may be a warning sign.

If a deal appears unusually cheap, take a moment to compare prices across multiple retailers before making a purchase.

Next question

You find the same product listed at a much higher price elsewhere. This gives you more information before deciding whether to proceed.

Comparing prices can help you identify offers that may not be genuine.

Next question

Q2: The website looks professional, but you've never heard of the retailer before. What would you do?

Before purchasing from an unfamiliar retailer, take a moment to review the website carefully. Read reviews from multiple shoppers, check the seller's contact details, look for a returns policy or 'About us' section.

Use a website authenticity checker and make sure you feel comfortable with the retailer before proceeding with your purchase.

Next question

You look for reviews online and check the retailer's contact information. This may help you identify warning signs before making a purchase.

Taking a few moments to research an unfamiliar retailer can help you shop more safely online.

Next question

Q3: At checkout, the shopping site only accepts Bank Transfer and Cryptocurrency. What would you do?

The purchase may still be legitimate, however limited payment options can be a warning sign.

Be cautious if a retailer only accepts unusual payment methods. Take time to understand the risks before sending money.

Next question

You decide not to proceed until you've gathered more information about the retailer.

If something doesn't feel right, take a moment to verify the retailer before making a payment.

Next question

Q4: A few days later, you receive a text message saying: "Your parcel could not be delivered. A delivery fee is required before redelivery."

Scammers often send fake parcel delivery messages during major shopping events. The link may lead to a fraudulent website designed to collect your personal or payment information.

Be careful when clicking on links in unexpected messages.

Complete challenge

You use the retailer's website or the delivery company's official app to check the delivery status.

If you're expecting a delivery, check tracking information through official channels rather than links in messages.

Complete challenge

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What would you do this sale season?

Is this bargain too good to be true?

Q1: You find a new smartphone advertised for 80% off. The sale ends tonight. What would you do?

The price seems much lower than what other retailers are charging. This may be a warning sign.

If a deal appears unusually cheap, take a moment to compare prices across multiple retailers before making a purchase.

Next question

You find the same product listed at a much higher price elsewhere. This gives you more information before deciding whether to proceed.

Comparing prices can help you identify offers that may not be genuine.

Next question

Q2: The website looks professional, but you've never heard of the retailer before. What would you do?

Before purchasing from an unfamiliar retailer, take a moment to review the website carefully. Read reviews from multiple shoppers, check the seller's contact details, look for a returns policy or 'About us' section.

Use a website authenticity checker and make sure you feel comfortable with the retailer before proceeding with your purchase.

Next question

You look for reviews online and check the retailer's contact information. This may help you identify warning signs before making a purchase.

Taking a few moments to research an unfamiliar retailer can help you shop more safely online.

Next question

Q3: At checkout, the shopping site only accepts Bank Transfer and Cryptocurrency. What would you do?

The purchase may still be legitimate, however limited payment options can be a warning sign.

Be cautious if a retailer only accepts unusual payment methods. Take time to understand the risks before sending money.

Next question

You decide not to proceed until you've gathered more information about the retailer.

If something doesn't feel right, take a moment to verify the retailer before making a payment.

Next question

Q4: A few days later, you receive a text message saying: "Your parcel could not be delivered. A delivery fee is required before redelivery."

Scammers often send fake parcel delivery messages during major shopping events. The link may lead to a fraudulent website designed to collect your personal or payment information.

Be careful when clicking on links in unexpected messages.

Complete challenge

You use the retailer's website or the delivery company's official app to check the delivery status.

If you're expecting a delivery, check tracking information through official channels rather than links in messages.

Complete challenge

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