SEATTLE — Tuesday is one of the biggest days of the year for online shopping. It’s Amazon’s Prime Day.
But with big deals come big scams.
KIRO 7 learned that criminals are posing as Amazon employees and spoofing the Better Business Bureau’s phone number trying to legitimize themselves.
Here’s how the Better Business Bureau says you can spot these frauds.
Be skeptical of unsolicited calls or emails, especially if they ask for sensitive personal information.
Ignore immediate calls for action. Scammers may try to get to get shoppers to act before they realize it’s a scam. Don’t fall for their sense of urgency.
Beware of requests to pay via wire transfer, prepaid debit card or CashApp. Do not make a payment anywhere other than the Amazon website or app.
Anyone who finds a phishing scam while shopping is asked to report it to Amazon customer service.
Amazon said each complaint will be investigated and action will be taken if warranted.
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