Fraud Alerts

There are many “urban legends” that circulate through our email inboxes every day, warning consumers to take certain precautions against inflated or false dangers. While we always urge consumers to use caution when transacting business with anyone, we also urge consumers to educate themselves on the validity of rumors that are circulated via email.

November 15, 2011. There has been a recent increase in the number of offers for “free” Walmart gift cards on Facebook. These offers are not associated with Walmart.

Similar to a “Mystery Shopper Scam”, these communications are associated with the application for a position of a “Personal Assistant”, with e-mails often claiming to need help investigating a range of issues affecting the company.

December 7, 2010 - A popular phishing scam that fraudulently uses the Walmart brand has recently been re-circulated. The email subject often reads "you have been selected." and the body links to a survey that looks like a Walmart site.

November 12, 2010 - Scam artists have been making phone calls and sending text messages offering free Walmart gift cards and vouchers to consumers for purchasing a trial supply of “BromaCleanse.”

September 8, 2010 - A popular phishing scam that fraudulently uses the Walmart brand has recently been re-circulated.

August 4, 2010 - A fraudulent e-mail encouraging consumers to “Click Here to Claim Your $1,000 Walmart Gift Card!” has been making the rounds the last few days. This communication is not from Walmart.

July 15, 2010 - Fraudsters purporting to be from Walmart have been making phone calls and sending text messages offering free gift cards and vouchers to consumers.

April 14, 2010 - The Walmart Foundation has become aware of a scam involving consumers receiving an e-mail, letter or fax. The notification includes a forged check from the Walmart Foundation.

March 11, 2010 - The gift card offers currently posted on Facebook are not sanctioned by Walmart.

March 8, 2010 - Fraudsters purporting to be from Walmart have been making phone calls and sending text messages offering free Walmart gift cards to consumers, often under the guise of a "customer appreciation program."

The following fraud and scams are not from Walmart. We are listing them here in an effort to educate you about these activities.

January 27, 2010 -- Fraudsters recently sent a spam e-mail purporting to be from Walmart with the subject line “Returned Wal-Mart card.” This e-mail is not associated with Walmart or the company we partner with on our credit card offerings.

January 20, 2010 - Fraudsters are sending fraudulent solicitations via mail, print, text, and e-mail to entice consumers to evaluate the retail experience, products and services at stores, including Walmart.