Weekly Updates and Survey Scam Alert

Scoring a great deal is exciting.  Unfortunately, con artists are using the same feeling of excitement to lure shoppers into scams by using text messages and fake customer surveys to steal valuable information.

How the scam works

Scammers send a text message that appears to be from a well-known chain store.  As part of a holiday deal, the “store” is offering a free product, discount, or gift card in exchange for completing a short questionnaire or survey.

If you click the link, you won’t be directed to the store’s official website.  Instead, you will be directed to a third-party website to fill out a form that asks for personal information, such as your full name, address, email and more. By clicking on the link, you may even download malware onto your device, giving scammers access to even more personal information.

How to avoid fake survey scams? Learn more here

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