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As the season of “super deals” begins, cybercriminals are creating fake sites and offers that seem irresistible — but one careless click could cost you everything.
As the season of “super deals” begins, cybercriminals are creating fake sites and offers that seem irresistible — but one careless click could cost you everything.
Fake deals everywhere
Experts warn that online scams multiply during Black Friday, when criminals exploit shoppers’ excitement with cloned websites and impossible discounts.
The click that costs you
A single tap on a fake offer can empty your account — and the product you ordered will never arrive.
How the scams work
Fraudsters copy legitimate shops but tweak the design or include text in other languages — subtle signs that the page isn’t genuine.
Real victims, real stories
One woman said her friend clicked a link sent by an elderly relative she trusted. Within minutes, her WhatsApp account was hijacked.
Shoppers losing trust
Many now avoid Black Friday altogether, convinced that some stores inflate prices before announcing their “discounts.”
“It’s not a real discount”
“The internet is full of scams — if something looks off, I don’t even open it,” said one buyer.
Most traps arrive by email
Most fake offers spread through phishing emails that mimic trusted brands or delivery companies.
Always check the sender
Cybersecurity experts warns to look carefully at the sender’s address, and, if it doesn’t match the shop’s domain, delete it.
The danger of trust
Messages appearing to come from friends or older relatives are often used to trick victims into letting their guard down.
Spot the warning signs
Misspelled words, strange URLs, and missing contact details are clear indications that an offer is fake.
Think before you click
Authorities advise shopping only from secure HTTPS sites — and remembering that if a deal looks too good to be true, it almost certainly is.
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