1 in 3 Americans Have Been Scammed While Shopping Online — Here’s What to Watch For
1 in 3 Americans Have Been Scammed While Shopping Online — Here’s What to Watch For If you’ve ever clicked “buy now” on a deal that seemed too good to be true, only to realize later that the item never arrived or the payment siphoned more than expected, you’re not alone. According to a November 2025 report from the Pew Research Center, about a third of U.S. adults say they have experienced an online shopping scam. With the holiday season already amplifying e‑commerce traffic, that figure is a sobering reminder that fraudsters are actively refining their methods. ...