This presentation will show a variety of websites available for consumers. Use shopping comparison websites to your advantage when researching products to purchase - whether online or in the store. Learn how to avoid scams and be safe shopping online.
26. Craigslist recommendations for avoiding online shopping scams: DEAL LOCALLY WITH FOLKS YOU CAN MEET IN PERSON. NEVER WIRE FUNDS VIA WESTERN UNION, MONEYGRAM or any other wire service. FAKE CASHIER CHECKS & MONEY ORDERS ARE COMMON. CRAIGSLIST IS NOT INVOLVED IN ANY TRANSACTION. NEVER GIVE OUT FINANCIAL INFORMATION. AVOID DEALS INVOLVING SHIPPING OR ESCROW SERVICES.
35. EBAY Recommendations for security: Don’t assume the ‘official’ looking logo is real Don’t ever give personal information If you receive an email from eBay and don’t think it’s legit sign into eBay and check “my messages” forward it to spoof@ebay.com Use different passwords on different accounts, using letters and numbers and never include personal information in a password Treat your email as personal information
37. eBay’s recommendations for a ‘good’ buy Always read the details (box) Review a seller’s feedback Use paypal to keep your financial information hidden from sellers Do not accept “out of eBay” offers Do not accept second chance offers unless the email offer is in your “my messages account” Wire transfers are same as sending cash Ask the seller a question using the link on the page, not the seller’s email address. eBay offers approved escrow services if needed.
52. Who should I notify about fraud or scam attempts? FTC toll free hotline: 877-FTC-HELP (877-382-4357) Federal Trade Commission website- www.ftc.gov Internet Fraud Complaint Center: www.ic3.gov Software Piracy: www.siia.net/piracy/report.asp Non-emergency number for your local police department.