The festive season is about to begin. During this season, many e-commerce websites and retail stores will witness massive sales. While this time not only offers customers huge discounts but also offers significant savings, scammers also become more active, increasing the risk of online fraud and scams. Cybersecurity experts say it's crucial to be cautious when shopping during these times. Let's first find out what the experts say...

What do the experts say?
Experts say that during festive sales, scammers target people through fake websites, fake links, and fake customer care numbers. It has often been observed that websites that look like the real thing first lure customers with the promise of huge discounts, before stealing their data and money. In such a situation, keep these 6 things in mind...

6 Tips to Avoid Scams
First and foremost, shop only through official websites/apps.
Do not click on fake links or messages/emails from unknown numbers, even by mistake.
If you are making a payment somewhere, first check its URL and security certificate (https://).
If you are getting very high discount offers, then be careful.
Get any details related to delivery only from the company's website or official app.
Do not share UPI PIN or bank details with anyone, even by mistake.

The bank account may get emptied.
Overall, along with enjoying the festive offers, it is very important to be careful during online shopping, otherwise your account may get emptied due to a small mistake. That is, a little caution can save you from scams and give you a safe shopping experience.

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