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That ‘handmade’ shop with the sad story? Might be all fake

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Scams

Some accounts on social media are pulling people in with emotional sob stories, deepfake videos and ‘artisan’ shops selling stuff that doesn’t actually exist. The sad story rushes you so you pay before you think to check anything.

The move Slow down, check the shop’s URL properly, and look the seller up somewhere else before you send a penny.
Practise it: Spot the Fake →
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