Guides covering fake online shops, lookalike domains, and website verification. Learn how to check if a website is legitimate before buying or sharing details.
Scammers operate fake online pharmacies that look legitimate but sell counterfeit, expired or non-existent prescription and over-the-counter medicines. They steal your money and personal data, and put your health at serious risk.
Fraudsters build convincing counterfeit Nike shopping sites to trick UK customers into handing over payment details and personal information. These fake websites often appear in search results or social media ads, making them easy to find by accident.
Fake ASOS websites look almost identical to the real retailer but are designed to steal your payment card details and personal information. This guide explains how these copycat sites operate and shows you exactly how to verify you're shopping on the genuine ASOS platform.
Scammers create convincing replica UGG websites to trick UK customers into buying fake boots or handing over payment details. These sites often appear in search results and social media adverts, making them hard to distinguish from the genuine UGG store.
DHgate is a legitimate Chinese marketplace, but UK buyers are targeted by scammers posting fake reviews, selling counterfeit items, and disappearing with payments. This guide explains the specific scam patterns and how to verify genuine sellers before buying.
Wish is a legitimate shopping app, but UK scammers use fake Wish reviews, counterfeit listings, and phishing emails to trick shoppers into losing money or personal data. This guide shows you exactly how to verify genuine Wish offers and what to do if you've been targeted.
Temu itself isn't a scam in the traditional sense, but the platform has serious concerns around data collection, account security, and counterfeit goods. UK consumers should understand the real risks before downloading or spending money.
AliExpress scams typically involve fake sellers offering items at suspiciously low prices, taking payment, and either sending counterfeit goods or nothing at all. UK buyers are particularly targeted because of higher purchasing power, and scammers exploit AliExpress's dispute resolution system to avoid refunds.
SHEIN operates as a legal business, but shoppers in the UK face real risks including delays of 2-4 weeks, inconsistent product quality, unexpected import fees, and limited consumer protections. This guide explains what to expect, how to spot problems, and your rights when ordering from SHEIN to the UK.
A plain-English checklist for judging whether a website is legitimate before you enter payment details.