Being Tricky
The short answer
Most Black Friday scams fall into four groups: fake shop sites, too-good-to-be-true "was" prices, fake delivery or order texts, and sellers who push…
At a glance
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Key point 1 of 5
Thanksgiving in the US falls on the fourth Thursday of November, which is November 26, 2026.
Key point 2 of 5
Fake stores are built to look like the real thing, and many copy a big brand's logo and product photos.
Key point 3 of 5
Phishing messages peak when people are expecting packages.
Key point 4 of 5
How you pay decides how easily you can get your money back.
Key point 5 of 5
On social media, Black Friday scams often start with an ad or a post in a buy-and-sell group.
Quick tip
Shopping accounts with saved cards are worth protecting.
You might ask
When is Black Friday 2026? Friday, November 27, 2026, the day after Thanksgiving (Thursday, November 26). Cyber Monday is November 30.
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