1 in 3 Americans Hit by an Online Shopping Scam: How to Protect Yourself
1 in 3 Americans Has Been Scammed Online Shopping: What You Need to Know If you’ve ever bought something online that never arrived, or clicked a link that turned out to be a fake store, you’re far from alone. According to a November 2025 report from Pew Research Center, about a third of Americans say they’ve had an online shopping scam happen to them. That figure is a reminder that while online shopping is convenient, it also comes with real risks—especially during the holiday season when deals are everywhere and scammers are most active. ...