"Stay Alert: Avoid Prime Day Scams While Shopping"

As Amazon Prime Day approaches, shoppers should be wary of scams designed to steal personal and financial information. In June alone, 1,200 new Amazon-related domains were created, with 85% flagged as malicious. Common tactics include phishing emails, fake websites, and social media messages posing as Amazon representatives. To avoid falling victim, shoppers should verify email IDs, avoid sharing sensitive information over the phone, and only purchase through the official Amazon website.