online shopping scams

Avoid online shopping scams by researching seller, watching for lookalike sites, checking site security and reading the fine print

July 13, 2025 | By Don O'Brien, Better Business Bureau

QUINCY — Thinking about taking part in those “Christmas in July” specials that some retailers are offering online this month? Online shopping is convenient, but remember to look for the signs of possible phishing scams, misleading ads and lookalike websites before you buy. Online shopping scams are consistently among the riskiest scams reported to BBB…