Online Shopping Safety

Fake Aldi Meat Deal on Facebook? It’s a Scam That Steals Your Payment Info If you’ve seen a Facebook post or ad recently offering a box of premium meat from Aldi for an impossibly low price, you are not alone. Security researchers have flagged a scam that uses the promise of cheap groceries to trick people into handing over their credit card details. No meat is delivered. Instead, the scammers walk away with payment information. ...

How to Spot Fake Prom Dress Websites Before They Empty Your Wallet Prom season is a high-stakes time for parents and teens alike. Between the dress, the tickets, the dinner, and the photos, costs add up fast. That’s why a website offering a designer gown for 70% off can look like a lifesaver. Unfortunately, it may be the opposite. ...

How to Spot Fake Prom Dress Websites: BBB Shares Red Flags Prom season is a busy time for high school students and their families, with dress shopping often near the top of the to-do list. But scammers are paying attention, too. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) recently warned shoppers in the Hudson Valley about fake prom dress websites, and the advice applies well beyond that region. ...

How to Spot Fake Prom Dress Websites: BBB Warning and Tips Prom season is around the corner, and for many families in the Hudson Valley that means searching online for the perfect dress. But the Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a local alert about scam websites that imitate legitimate prom dress retailers. These sites take payments and disappear—leaving shoppers with no dress and no refund. ...

Prom Dress Scams Are Everywhere – Here’s How to Avoid Getting Duped Prom season is a high-stakes mix of excitement and pressure. Between finding the perfect dress, coordinating with friends, and staying within budget, the last thing you need is to lose money to a fake website. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what scammers are counting on. With the Better Business Bureau issuing a regional alert earlier this month, it’s worth taking a few minutes to understand the pattern and protect yourself. ...

Don’t Let a Mother’s Day Scam Spoil Your Gift — How to Shop Safely Amid Record Spending Mother’s Day is just days away, and if you haven’t bought a gift yet, you’re part of a large, last-minute crowd. The National Retail Federation is projecting record spending this year — something that fraudsters are already betting on. Scammers know that shoppers under time pressure are more likely to click first and think later. Before you hit “buy” on that perfect bouquet or the discounted electronics deal your mom has been eyeing, take a moment to understand the most common traps. ...

BBB Warns of Fake Prom Dress Websites: How to Avoid Getting Scammed Prom season is here, and along with the rush for the perfect dress comes a wave of fraudulent websites designed to take your money and disappear. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) recently issued an alert for shoppers in the Hudson Valley, but this kind of scam happens everywhere. If you or your teen are shopping for formal wear online, knowing the warning signs can save you frustration and financial loss. ...

How to Avoid Mother’s Day Shopping Scams This Year Mother’s Day is one of the biggest spending occasions of the year, and 2026 is expected to be no exception. According to recent reports, total spending could top $35 billion. That kind of money attracts scammers as much as it attracts shoppers. If you’re buying gifts online this week, a few minutes of caution could save you from losing both your money and your peace of mind. ...

How to Spot Mother’s Day Shopping Scams: A BBB Alert Guide Scammers are out in full force ahead of Mother’s Day. With shoppers hunting for gifts, con artists are deploying fake websites, phishing emails, and fraudulent social media ads designed to steal money and personal information. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) issued an alert on May 7, 2026, detailing the most common schemes and how to avoid them. Here’s what you need to know to shop safely this year. ...

Mother’s Day Shopping Alert: How to Spot and Avoid Scams This Season Mother’s Day is one of the busiest shopping periods of the year, and this season is expected to see record online spending. Where money flows, scammers follow. Local news outlets such as WREX have already reported on the heightened risk of fraud, warning consumers to stay alert. The good news is that most scams follow predictable patterns. Knowing a few red flags and simple precautions can keep your gift from turning into a headache. ...