What Is a Gift Card Scam

Gift cards can make great gifts, but they should never be used as a payment. 🎁 If someone asks you to send them a gift card as payment, it’s probably a scam. Remember to: Trust your instincts. Verify suspicious claims. Only buy gift cards from trusted retailers. Learn how to protect yourself and what to do if you’ve been targeted: https ...

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