#Online Fraud

As an online marketplace, [Etsy](https://www.etsy.com/) stands out as a hub for unique handmade goods, vintage treasures, and creative endeavors. However, as with any online platform, users should exercise caution and awareness to ensure a safe and secure shopping experience.

It would be nice to believe that giveaway offers on social media platforms are real; however, as with most online ‘too good to be true’ scenarios, this is unfortunately generally not the case. We’ve rounded up some of the most common giveaway scams that occur on the YouTube platform.

Whether you're exploring new websites, chatting on messaging apps, or interacting with AI software like ChatGPT, it's crucial to distinguish between what's real and genuine, and what's fake and possibly malicious.

In recent years, Facebook Marketplace has become a bustling online hub for buying and selling goods. However, whereas a physical marketplace may be a hub for pickpocketing, an online marketplace is a whole other ball game.