Shopping & E-commerce Fraud
Fake online stores, counterfeit goods, and deceptive shopping practices
0 scam types covered
Overview
This complete guide covers every variant of Shopping & E-commerce Fraud that ScamLens analysts have catalogued. Each entry below links to a detailed breakdown of tactics, identification signs, and step-by-step protection. Use the cross-reference to choose the most relevant scenario, or report a suspicious site directly through the verification box.
Universal Protection Steps
- 1 Verify the domain or wallet address through ScamLens before paying or signing in.
- 2 Confirm the company's legal entity using government registries (SEC, Companies House, NAFMII, etc.).
- 3 Never share OTPs, seed phrases, or remote-access codes — no legitimate party will ask for them.
- 4 Slow down: every legitimate process tolerates a 24-hour cooling-off period.
- 5 If money has already moved, contact your bank, exchange, and local cybercrime unit within the first 6 hours.
Where to Report — United States
AARP Fraud Watch Helpline
Free helpline for victims of any age (English/Spanish).
1-877-908-3360 Visit →
Verify a website or wallet
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