Amazon Prime Day presents opportunities for shoppers who love a deal . However, cybercriminals also see this as a great opportunity to scam unsuspecting customers. To ensure a safe a secure online shopping experience, it is crucial to be aware of scams and follow safety tips.
With more Queenslanders doing their shopping online, it’s important to stay scam aware and watch out for fake websites, too-good-to-be-true sales and ads, phishing emails and cold calls.
Some fake sites are designed to look just like the Amazon website and can look very convincing. Unwitting shoppers often reach them when they click on links in phishing emails, text messages or ads posted on social media. While it is easy to rush and get caught up in the hype, stop and think before you click – Ask yourself, “Is this a scam?”
Amazon calling you and telling you that there’s a problem with your Amazon Prime membership or transaction and they need you details? Probably not, more than likely a scammer. Be aware of scammers asking you for information, or to pay money to fix the problem, or asking you to give them access to your computer or device.
Never give anyone remote access to your computer.
And don’t forget about those fake delivery text messages. Do not click on the link. It is a scam.
Tips for safe Prime Day shopping from the Financial and Cyber Crime Group:
To learn more about scams, visit https://www.scamwatch.gov.au/
For online safety material, visit https://www.esafety.gov.au
Stay Informed and Vigilant, visit QPS R U In Control
If you have been the victim of a cybercrime, report it online at https://www.cyber.gov.au/report
If you believe or suspect your identification has been compromised contact IDCARE for advice and support at https://www.idcare.org/ or call 1800 585 160.
To build your confidence and stay safe online, visithttps://www.beconnected.esafety.gov.au