Google has tips to help you spot online scams and avoid them

Scams related to coronavirus are on the rise. Loan EMI deferment scam and fake UPI ID for donation to PM Cares fund are some of the examples. To help users spot online scams and avoid them, technology giant Google has shared tips.
As listed by Google, there are mainly five types of COVID-19 related scams. These include fake offers on goods and services, stealing personal data, impersonation of authorities, fraudulent medical offers and fake requests for charitable donations.
Scammers offer massive discounts on masks or subscriptions to online entertainment services from unknown third parties to dupe citizens, warns Google. They can also pretend to be government authorities offering COVID‑19 information and steal personal information, such as address, bank account details or even PIN number to “fix” your insurance policy or conduct fake contact tracing.