Though the holidays are some of the most joyful weeks of the year, scammers are looking to steal your cheer with these tops scams seen by the Visa fraud fighters.
Fake shopping sites
Holiday deals seem too good to be true? They probably are. Scam sites posing as your favorite stores may steal your card while you shop. Double check you are on the official website before making a purchase.
Package delivery scams
Scammers are sending "delivery problem" texts to try to steal your info during peak shipping season. Don't click on links from unknown senders.
"Extra holiday cash" job scams
Fake job offers prey on holiday financial stress. Go through appropriate channels when applying for jobs and never give money to a job before you start.
Travel fraud
Over the river and through the woods...to a scammer's listing you go? Fake travel sites and phishing emails target winter travelers. Make sure you're booking on trusted sites and choosing places with legitimate reviews.
Holiday charity scams
Scammers are the ultimate Grinches. Phony charities exploit the giving season, from fake websites to in-person tap-to-donate schemes. Always research where you are giving before making a donation.
Learn more about how Visa protects your transactions all year round at visa.com/security