ScamScouter safety guide
Shopping Scam Checker
Shopping scams use huge discounts, fake reviews, copied product photos and urgency to make people pay quickly. Some stores never deliver, while others steal card details.
Paste the store URL, product link or message below before you buy.
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Shopping scam warning signs
- prices far below normal market value;
- new or unknown store with no clear company details;
- fake reviews or repeated five-star comments;
- checkout page on a different domain;
- payment by wire transfer, crypto or gift card;
- pressure such as countdown timers or limited stock claims.
Before you pay
Search for independent reviews, verify company details and scan the URL. If the deal looks too good to be true, stop and check.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if an online store is fake?
Check the domain, company details, reviews, return policy and payment method.
Are huge discounts always scams?
Not always, but unrealistic discounts on unknown websites are a major warning sign.
What if I paid a fake store?
Contact your bank quickly and save the order confirmation, URL and screenshots.
Related checks
Got a suspicious message or link?
Paste it into ScamScouter and check warning signs before you click, pay or enter personal information.
Open the main scanner