Internet Shopping

With more people turning to online shopping, it's important to stay alert and protect yourself from scams and fraud.

🔐 Top Internet Shopping Safety Tips:

Only buy from trusted websites – look for the padlock 🔒 in the address bar and “https” in the URL.

Avoid deals that seem too good to be true – they usually are.

Use secure payment methods – credit cards or trusted services like PayPal offer better protection.

Never share personal or banking details via email or text.

Watch out for fake delivery texts or emails – don’t click suspicious links.

If you think you’ve been scammed, report it to Action Fraud at www.actionfraud.police.uk or call 0300 123 2040.

Stay safe online and feel free to contact us if you have any concerns.

Message Sent By
Thomas Passmore
(Staffordshire Police, PCSO, Lichfield)