Thread by @robertoblake

Some help for those who want to avoid scams online. (THREAD)

First start with making sure you are protecting your overall online privacy and the cards you use online.

Primarily use AMEX and PayPal since w/ Chargebacks they side w/ the customer.

Don’t use the card I rely on.

Avoid using the same email for online transactions that is tied to everything else like your main bank logins or social media accounts.

While it may feel like a hassle, you’re better off this way.

It will also help with Phishing email scams specifically.

This is critical.

In general try to curb your online buying and spending.

Don’t buy emotionally.
Read refund and return policies.

Almost anything you can or should buy tends to have 15-30 day return policies.

When you buy set an Alexa, Google or Siri reminder for 3 days before refund period.

Scammers exist, but most online businesses are not scams.

If you have a bad gut feeling just remember, you don’t NEED to buy whatever it is.

With info products:
Buy from people you have already gotten value from. It’s that simple.

Have they made u money or saved u time?

Dislikes and Like ratios only help with absurdly obvious scams that wouldn’t dupe a reasonable person.

Every scammer that has been called out on YouTube has about a 90% like ratio ok their last 20 videos (I checked and stopped at not making a spreadsheet)

It’s not a shortcut

The best way to avoid scams is to make sure you are protecting your online privacy, your emails, your social media accounts and bank account.

Next don’t buy emotionally or impulsively.

Do your research and ask people you know personally who they buy from.

Be frugal.

Frugality, discipline, and healthy skepticism are the only way to protect your money.

Nobody can do it for you.

Do your own research and remember that you’re likely buying something based on a desire and not a NEED.

Delay gratification, and don’t try to get rich quick.