Beware of mysterious deliveries! Receiving a package you did not order could be a sign of a brushing scam.
In this Micro Training, we explore how brushing scams work, why they happen, and steps you can take to protect your personal information.
Quick Tips
- Brushing is when online sellers use people’s names and addresses to send them inexpensive, easy-to-ship items that they never ordered in an attempt to boost their sales and search rankings.
- If you have been involved in a brushing scam, report the incident to the retailer, change your account password, and monitor your finances for unusual activity.