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Watch out for parcel delivery scams at this time of year

Watch out for parcel delivery scams during the holidays 

Parcel delivery scams

There are many common parcel delivery scams out there, from scams on popular sites and unverified third party vendors to parcel theft. Here are the red flags to look out for.

Parcel delivery scams to watch out for all year round

Bank scams

Discover examples of common bank scams, how to spot them, and what to do if you've been scammed in our guide. Protect yourself and stay informed.

How to handle bank scams

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Real estate scams

Searching for a property is an incredibly exciting time, but there are fraudsters out there looking to take advantage. In this article we look at some common real estate scams and how to avoid them.

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Real estate scams to keep an eye on during your property search

Charity scams

Don't let charity scams deceive you. Our guide helps you recognize fraudulent organizations and ensure your donations support the right cause.

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Charity scams: How to make sure your money supports the right cause

Investing scams

Investment scams

Protect your hard-earned money from investment scams. Our guide covers common scams, warning signs, and ways to avoid becoming a victim.

Be investment savvy: Spotting and avoiding scams

How to spot a fake review

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People depend on the real opinions and experiences of others. But can you tell the difference between a real and fake review? We show how Trustpilot combines the power of cutting-edge technology and real people to combat fake reviews.

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How to spot a fake review: There’s more to it than you think

Text message scams

Text message scams are unfortunately a part of modern life, but the best way to protect yourself is to know the signs of a scam text, what to do if you receive one and the steps to take if you become a victim. 

Text message scams: A complete guide

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Romance scams

Romance scam work by tricking people into thinking they’re in a legitimate relationship in order to steal their money or personal information. Learn how to spot the signs and how to avoid becoming a victim.

Romance scams: Examples, signs and how to avoid them 

Social media scams

Social media scams and how to avoid them

Each year an alarming amount of people fall prey to social media scams. And the number is only growing. Learn about the different scams and how you can protect yourself. 

Relatively speaking, social media is still pretty new. In the time that social media has been around we’ve seen different platforms rise and fall. 

Social media scams and how to avoid them 

Common phone scams

How to identify a scammer over the phone

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Phone scams and how to avoid them

Phone scams are getting more sophisticated as fraudsters find more creative ways to steal your money or personal information. We look at common phone scams and how to identify a scammer so you can avoid falling victim.

Phone scams and how to identify them

Phone scams: How they work and what to look out for 

Gift card scams

There are many different kinds of gift card scams — and the scammers like to strike during the holidays. Here are a few common gift card scams to avoid.

Gift card scams: What to look out for and how to avoid them

Black Friday sales scams

There are tons of Black Friday sales scams, with fake websites and phishing, that can result in identity theft. Here's how to identify these scams so you don't fall for them.

Black Friday sales scams and how to avoid falling for them

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Trustpilot User Verification 

We've introduced a new function that allows reviewers to verify their identity when posting reviews on Trustpilot using a photo ID and a selfie. 

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Trustpilot consumer

This year, commit to community and shopper confidence by verifying your identity

Trustpilot founder and CEO Peter Holten Mühlmann

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Trustpilot has always been about bringing consumers and businesses closer together - creating a place where trust can be earned. Read our first-ever Transparency Report. 

Peter Mühlmann, Founder and CEO of Trustpilot

Launching our first-ever Transparency Report

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At the end of a year that brought events that will define a lifetime, I’ve been looking back at some of the biggest changes we saw around trust and what they mean for the future of trust at large. 

Why 2020 was a defining year for trust 

A letter from our CEO reflecting on 2020 and hoping for more positive change in the world around us in 2021.

Trends in Trust

Parcel delivery scams to watch out for all year round

How to handle bank scams

Real estate scams to keep an eye on during your property search

Charity scams: How to make sure your money supports the right cause

Be investment savvy: Spotting and avoiding scams

How to spot a fake review: There’s more to it than you think

Text message scams: A complete guide

Romance scams: Examples, signs and how to avoid them

Social media scams and how to avoid them

Phone scams: How they work and what to look out for

Gift card scams: What to look out for and how to avoid them

Black Friday sales scams and how to avoid falling for them

This year, commit to community and shopper confidence by verifying your identity

Launching our first-ever Transparency Report

Why 2020 was a defining year for trust

A year to forget - a promise to remember