Amazon Prime Day is a favorite for scammers; how to protect your info and merch
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Amazon Prime Day presents opportunities for both shoppers and scammers. Experts warn that while shoppers seek deals, scammers utilize tactics like fake order confirmation emails to trick users into revealing personal information. Clicking on fraudulent links can lead to phishing websites or malware attacks, risking accounts being hijacked. Amazon has cautioned customers about subscription renewal scams that mimic official notifications. To guard against package theft from delivery, consumers are encouraged to use secure delivery options and alert systems.
While people are searching for savings, scammers are actually searching for victims. A common tactic is fake order confirmation scams, where scammers send fake emails or texts claiming you placed an order.
By clicking the link, it directs you to a phishing website or triggers some malware attack. These tools are actually designed to steal your login credentials.
Amazon sent an email warning customers about fake emails involving Amazon Prime membership subscriptions that may lead to fake login pages.
To protect your packages, use Amazon Hub lockers or counters or set up alerts to let you know when the package hits your doorstep.
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