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02/25/2013

BBB Advice: Check For Warning Signs Of Fake Coupons Online

The BBB has 10 tips to help you spot fake coupons online. Extremely high discounts are often a sign of a fraudulent coupon.

01/14/2013

Better Business Bureau Warns Parents About Children’s Apps Collecting Data

Golden Gate Better Business Bureau warns parents that mobile apps are siphoning children’s data and sharing it, in most cases without disclosing the practice or how that information is used.

01/08/2013

Another BBB Phishing Scam. Don’t Bite!

Phishing scams look like legitimate email, and they are getting more sophisticated every day. What these con artists are really after is your banking and financial information. And they won’t mind destroying your computer to get it.

11/27/2012

Don't Let Online Thieves Wreck Your Holidays, Consumer Fraud Task Force Warns

The Consumer Fraud Task Force alerts consumers to some common online scams that have victimized buyers during the holidays.

11/02/2012

Tis’ the Season for Holiday Scams – Don’t Let Them Take You for a Swindling Sleigh Ride

Looking forward to the holidays? So are the scammers. As many begin to make their holiday gift list and charity donations, unscrupulous scammers are gearing up.

09/21/2011

Kelley Blue Book Warns of Fraudulent Online Car-Buying Scams Masquerading as kbb.com

Car Buyers and Car Sellers, Beware

07/25/2011

Current News Stories Creating Scams On Facebook

Recent tragedies are concern for Facebook users

01/24/2011

Online Tutoring Company Targets Students

Students working hard to get ahead or preparing for year-end tests like the TAKS or SATs are turning to online sources for help. However, BBB warns students to be wary of TutorNext, an online company which earned an F rating from BBB for failure to respond to a pattern of recent complaints.

06/11/2010

BBB Tips For Selling Gold, Online or in Person

Have you thought about making a few extra dollars by selling some of your gold jewelry? Whether you do it through a gold-party (in-home party usually held with a group of friends), over the Internet, or through a local jeweler, here are some things you should consider.

02/12/2010

Don’t Let the Love Bug Blur you Judgment this Valentine’s Day, Warns BBB

As Valentine's Day approaches, the Better Business Bureau warns you to expect more marketing pitches and eCards in your mailbox. Here are some scams you should look out for:

12/02/2009

The Better Business Bureau Launches Service to Protect Online Holiday Shoppers

Furthering its commitment to create a community of trustworthy businesses, Better Business Bureau has partnered with Azigo, a leader in user-centric technologies, to help consumers find businesses they can trust when they search and shop online this holiday season.

10/21/2009

Teeth Whitening Products Sold Online Wipe Smile off Consumers’ Faces

BBB is warning consumers to be extremely wary of pervasive online ads offering the promise of a whiter, brighter smile. BBB has received an onslaught of complaints from consumers who thought they were signing up for a free trial of teeth whitening products but were repeatedly billed for products and services.

10/16/2009

BBB Warns of New Phishing E-mail Posing as BBB Complaint Confirmation

Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers and businesses about a new phishing attack that resembles an e-mail confirmation claiming the recipient has filed a complaint with BBB about a business. The malicious e-mails first came to the attention of BBB on Thursday, October 15.

10/16/2009

BBB Warns of New Phishing E-mail Posing as BBB Complaint Confirmation

Better Business Bureau is alerting consumers and businesses about a new phishing attack that resembles an e-mail confirmation claiming the recipient has filed a complaint with BBB about a business. The malicious e-mails first came to the attention of BBB on Thursday, October 15.

09/29/2009

Boo! Scareware Attacks on the Rise; BBB advice on how to protect your computer

Computer experts are reporting that scareware — yet another sneaky technique used by hackers to steal personal information and spread viruses online — is on the rise. BBB is offering advice to consumers on how to protect their computer and personal information from the threat of scareware


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