Shopping Scams
Scammers are selling fake concert tickets on social media, resale platforms and copycat websites, taking thousands of pounds from UK fans. This guide shows you how to spot the signs, verify genuine sellers, and recover your money if you've been caught.
Updated 2026-05-13
Shopping Scams
Scammers impersonate legitimate Glastonbury ticket sellers and resellers, offering tickets at seemingly good prices before disappearing with payment. This guide explains how to verify genuine sellers, check ticket authenticity, and protect yourself during the festival's notorious ticket sale period.
Updated 2026-05-13
Shopping Scams
Viagogo scams target UK event-goers looking for discounted tickets. Fraudsters create fake Viagogo websites or contact buyers with fake seller profiles, requesting payment via untraceable methods before disappearing with the money.
Updated 2026-05-13
Shopping Scams
Amazon scam emails are increasingly common in the UK, with fraudsters impersonating the retailer to steal login credentials and payment information. This guide explains what these scams look like, how to spot the red flags, and what steps you should take if you receive a suspicious email claiming to be from Amazon.
Updated 2026-04-17
Shopping Scams
How to assess suspicious puppy adverts, breeder claims, shipping stories, and deposit requests.
Updated 2026-03-29
Shopping Scams
How to review ticket resale offers on social media, messaging apps, and listing platforms.
Updated 2026-03-26