Scammers adapt their tactics to the platforms we use most. This silo provides specific, step-by-step warnings for the digital marketplaces and communication tools of 2026. Whether you are selling on Facebook Marketplace, shopping on Amazon, or receiving suspicious “Package Pending” texts, these playbooks offer the exact red flags to look for before you click “buy” or “send.”
Buying concert or sports tickets from a third party? Learn the red flags of fake digital tickets and the only safe ways to verify a seat before you send your money.
Received a text about a failed delivery or a “pending” package? This is Smishing. Learn how to identify fake delivery alerts and protect your phone from malicious tracking links.
Received a package you didn’t order? You might be a victim of a “Brushing” scam. Discover why scammers send free items to your house and how they use your identity to manipulate marketplace rankings.
Found a deal too good to be true on a site you’ve never heard of? Learn the “Ghost Store” checklist to identify fake e-commerce sites designed to steal your credit card data.
Selling your old couch or tech? Watch out for buyers who “accidentally” send too much money via check or P2P apps. Learn how the overpayment trap works and how to protect your bank account.