How do you make sure your purchases, your payment methods, and your info are secure? Tap or click for four ways to make online shopping safer.
Here’s the backstory
To guard against this, many of us turn to the review section to determine if the product is worth the money. If you see plenty of negative or even just mediocre reviews, you know you need to keep searching.
How to spot fake product reviews and bad sellers
Not all fake reviews are so blatant, though. There’s a very good chance you’ve skimmed right past a fake review, taking the writer at his or her word. If you’re not into browser extensions or just want a more seamless way to shop safely, Fakespot has a brand new offering: An iOS app for iPhone that incorporates its scam-spotting tech into the shopping experience. You’ll see:
Review grades from A to FAn adjusted rating using only reliable reviewsGuard Seller Ratings to see if the seller is reliableHighlights that show you the important reviews
Over the years, Fakespot says it has analyzed more than 9 billion reviews and sellers, spotting scam brands and sellers on a mission to take your money. Fakespot says its algorithms allow it to stay ahead of emerging threats, too, saving you time and money. The Fakespot app is free to download.
