Easy Guide On How To Avoid Online Scams (Part 3)

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Scam artists come up with new clever schemes every day. They think of new ways to trick millions of people around the globe, they are after our money, and yes – they are often pretty successful in their evil agendas.

This is exactly why you should be able to recognize an online scam when you see one, and minimize your chance of being defrauded.

Here are the basic steps on how to avoid losing money online.

Last time we’ve covered how to Shop Carefully, why you should Avoid Suspicious Pages, why you should Keep Your Social Security Number To Yourself, and why you need to have a Strong Password, now we’re focusing on other safety tips on how to avoid online scams.

Refunds are a Must

Whenever possible, make sure you request a refund. Online shoppers almost always have the right to cancel their orders and get refunds in case the order is late or shows up damaged or defective. If you encounter a retailer that won’t give you the refund possibility, make sure you double check the company you’re dealing with.

Avoid suspicious Holiday Cards

even though every holiday card might look like it is spreading cheer on the outside, some holiday e-cards can be quite venomous on the inside. Should you receive an e-card that looks fake, delete it immediately. Better safe than sorry and broke.