Are you buying a new phone online? The game of fake websites is going on, know how to stay safe

Beware Fake Mobile Selling Websites: If you are thinking of buying a new phone, then it is very important to take some caution. Nowadays, online fraudsters are resorting to fake shopping websites, fake discount offers and false messages of money refund to loot people. Apart from this, customers are also being duped by creating fake ‘flash sale’ groups on social media. The Indian Cyber ​​Crime Coordination Center (I4C) of the Home Ministry has warned about this danger on its official X (Twitter) account. He has told how these fraudsters are stealing the hard-earned money of simple people and how by showing wisdom one can safely avoid these online frauds.

How does a scam happen?

These online fraudsters deceive people by creating real looking fake websites like Amazon or Flipkart. When you take delivery of the goods, these miscreants make you scan a QR code on the pretext of cash on delivery, due to which money is deducted from your account.

Many times these fraudsters pretend to be bank employees to pass fake EMI and ask for OTP, UPI PIN or CVV number on the back of the ATM card from you over the phone. Along with this, they send a refund link saying ‘Your order has failed’, on clicking which a virus gets infected in your mobile and your entire phone comes under their control.

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How to stay safe?

• Before giving money, always check that the spelling and link (URL) of the website is absolutely correct.
• Never give your bank password, OTP or card CVV number to anyone.
• Remember that there is never any need to scan a QR code to get money.
• Check the delivery details of your goods only by visiting the company’s original app or website.
• Always purchase from well-known and verified platforms only.