⚠️ E-commerce scams may come in many forms— fake online advertisements, fake websites and even fake buyers! 🛒 Scammers posing as sellers may also ask you to install apps sent via text messages to make payment. These apps contain malware and give scammers access to your mobile devices.📱 Stay vigilant and always CHECK for scam signs before making a purchase.👀 Protect yourself: ✅ Shop on established e-commerce platforms with higher transaction safety ratings. Learn more on go.gov.sg/mhatsr ✅ Pay using secure payment options offered by the platform. ✅ Do not click on links, install apps or scan QR codes sent via text messages by unknown sellers.​ ✅ Only download apps from official app stores. ✅ Never disable your device’s security settings (e.g. disable Google Play Protect) nor grant permission to persistent pop-ups that request for access to your device’s hardware or data. ➡️ More about Fake Advertisements: go.gov.sg/ecomm-scam-sya ➡️ Beware of Fake Buyers! go.gov.sg/ecomm-scam-nurulaini ➡️ More about e-commerce scams: go.gov.sg/ecomm-scam-rishita ☎️ *If you are unsure if something is a scam, call and check with the 24/7 ScamShield Helpline at 1799* ☎️