Warning Signs of FraudLearn how to recognize various online scams such as gift card and phishing scams. View our Fraud Alerts page to get up-to-date information about the latest Walmart-targeted scams. If you feel that you have been defrauded, you may want to contact the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at www.ftc.gov or at 1-877-FTC-HELP, or the Consumer Fraud Division of your state's Attorney General's office. 
Mystery Shopper ScamThe mystery shopper scam uses fraudulent offers, fake checks and wire transfers to induce unsuspecting consumers into sending money to fraudsters who are often located in Canada or other countries. 
PhishingPhishing is a scam where identity thieves use fraudulent emails, phony Web sites, online pop-ups, and even phone calls in an attempt to trick you into providing personal information such as bank account numbers, credit card numbers, passwords and social security numbers. 
Gift Card Sponsor Offer ScamThe goal of this scam is to encourage consumers to spend money on "sponsor offers" in the belief that they will eventually receive a high value gift card. |
