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Buying online scams
Found just what you’re looking for at a bargain price? It could be a scam.
We’ll help you spot the warning signs and learn how to avoid the fraudsters.
Shopping online? Stay safe
Fraudsters offer items that are fake or don’t exist and may make you feel rushed into a decision by telling you someone else is interested.
If something looks too-good-to-be true, it could be a scam.
Warning signs
Is it the real deal?
Stay clear of fake websites
This website looks professional but has lots of popular items at very low prices. It’s a scam. If you’re not sure about a website, you can use a website checker like the one on Get Safe Online.
It’s safer to pay more money to a company you know is genuine than risk paying a fraudster.
Watch out for fake social media accounts
Fraudsters try to look like real sellers, with convincing social media profiles. They can fake pictures, reviews and even followers.
The best way to know if a seller is genuine is to see the item in person, especially if it’s local, large or expensive.
Check they're genuine with Lloyds Bank Smart ID
The Lloyds Bank Smart ID app lets you share and swap details like a name and address with other people.
This might help you check if someone selling online is genuine.
Follow these steps to share and swap details:
- Select ‘Share’ on the Smart ID homepage.
- Select ‘Swap details’.
- Select only the details you want to swap.
- Complete a face scan to prove it’s really you.
- Send a link to the other person.
- Once they accept your share request, you’ll swap details with them.
You won't share any details until they accept to share their details. And you’ll get a share receipt in ‘your activity’.
If they don't have Smart ID, you can still share and swap on Post Office Easy ID or Yoti ID.
Common items fraudsters can sell
Learn about other scams and how to protect yourself
Scam calls
Learn how fraudsters use your details to win your trust.
Scam emails and texts
Fraudsters try to steal your details through emails and texts.
Pension scams
Fraudsters can pretend to be a company or adviser to target your pension.
Investment scams
Fraudsters may pretend to be a genuine company or adviser.
Protect your devices
Learn how to keep your devices safe.
Protect your identity
Fraudsters might try to steal your personal and banking details.
