Amazon Gift Card Scam: Protect Yourself
Beware of Scammers Posing as Amazon
Phishing and Spoofing Emails
Scammers are targeting Amazon customers with phishing emails and text messages that appear to come from Amazon. These messages may contain suspicious links that, when clicked, lead to websites that steal your personal information. Never click on links in messages that you are not expecting.
Phone Calls and Text Messages
Scammers may also call or text you about a supposed suspicious charge on your Amazon account. They may ask you to provide personal information, such as your password or credit card number, to "resolve" the issue. Do not give out sensitive information over the phone or text message.
Gift Card Scams
One common scam involves scammers asking you to pay with a gift card or purchase gift cards for non-gift purposes. This is always a scam. Amazon will never ask you to pay for anything with a gift card.
Protect Yourself
* Be cautious of emails and text messages that claim to be from Amazon but are unexpected. * Never share sensitive information over the phone or text message. * If you are unsure about the authenticity of an Amazon email or message, contact Amazon customer service directly. * Report any suspicious emails or messages to Amazon. * Be aware of the common tactics used by scammers and stay vigilant.
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