Outsmart the Oversmart : Learn to Identify Fake Websites
This blog will educate you about the ways to spot fraudulent websites and inform you about the reliable sources of finding information about Meesho.
You are sitting comfortably on your cushiest couch in PJs, cup of coffee in one hand and scrolling through the items on your phone in the other.
Choose your favourite products — Add them to cart — Complete the payment. Tap. Tap. Tap. Done!
Easy internet access has revolutionised our shopping experience.
However, this ease and convenience come at a cost. In the booming world of e-commerce, plenty of fake shopping websites/fraud websites have also cropped up. Such scam websites come with an alluring landing page with product prices that are too good to be true. It is time for you to see the reality behind the shine.
This blog will educate you about the ways to spot fraudulent websites and inform you about the reliable sources of finding information about Meesho.
Let’s talk about Pagejacking
Pagejacking is one of the most common types of e-commerce website fraud. In this type of scam, fraudsters copy the content of the original website and create a replica website. Original websites are generally popular websites that are trusted by people. By creating a replica, they aim to redirect the traffic from the original website to the fake one.
They add products at an enormously discounted rate to trick people into making payment or sharing their sensitive date.
For example -
A fraudster can create an illegitimate website/ phishing website that mirrors Meesho’s official website. They might put fake promotions or offers on these sites to trick people into sharing their personal details such as Aadhaar card number, bank account details, debit/credit card information, digital wallet details, or OTP, etc
Ways to Identify a Fake Website
You can outsmart fraudsters if you shop vigilantly. Below are a few ways to spot a fake website -
Check the Domain Name
Fake sites pick a domain name that sounds similar to the original website name. If you check carefully, you will find errors in spellings or a slightly tweaked version of the original website name.
For example -
Meesho’s official domain name is — https://meesho.com/ . A fraudster might slightly tweak the name and create websites with similar sounding names. Be careful and check the URL before purchasing a product.
Look for the Lock
When you go on a website, you will find a small lock on the left side, next to the URL. Lock indicates that the website has been secured with a digital certificate. The information that you enter on such a website can’t be intercepted.
Information can be in the form of your browsing history or payment details.
Essentially, it means that the information between your browser and the website is shared secretly.
Examine Website Design and Language
If you observe carefully, you will be able to find loopholes in the design and language of a fake website.
Good businesses take care of their visual communication and invest time and money in creating a professionally designed website.
The visuals of a fake website might look very amateurish.
Potentially, there can be errors in the use of language like incorrect English, grammatical errors, punctuation, etc.
Don’t Believe Unbelievable Discounts & Offers
Fraudsters put exaggerated discounts to lure you into sharing your payment details. You will spot offers like -
- 99% discount
- Free phone
- Get it all for free!!
Do not fall for such traps. Before sharing your payment details, check the authenticity of the website.
Don’t Overlook Functional Issues
Fake websites often have functional issues. Below are some of the common functional issues -
- The registration page might be missing
- The hamburger icon might not work
- Some links might not be active
- You can enter incorrect or incomplete information and proceed
- Poor grammar and typographical errors
Such subtle signs will help you spot a fake website. Original websites run smoothly without any major functional difficulties.
Check these too -
- Check if the contact information page has a valid email address and contact number.
- Check customer reviews
Where to Find Reliable Information about Meesho?
We love to connect with you and update you about our offers, sale events, and more. Following are the official sources of accessing information about Meesho -
Website — You can shop and access the latest updates and information on https://meesho.com/. It is our official website where you can find trusted information about Meesho.
App Communication — We actively communicate with our users through our app. It is in the form of push notifications, community announcements, and more. You can also use the help section in the app to resolve your queries/complaints.
Official App Download Links Of Meesho
User Support — In a case of a fraud or scam, you can reach out to us at legalsupport@meesho.com, for further clarity from our side.
Meesho social media account — We also update you about our exciting events and offers through our social media accounts.
You can connect with us on -
Official Instagram Pages of Meesho: meeshoapp lifeatmeesho
Official Twitter Account of Meesho: @Meesho_Official
Official Medium Account of Meesho: Meesho-tech
Ending Notes
Meesho never asks for OTPs or personal information (name, phone number, email, bank details, login otp) over calls/emails/posts. You will never be contacted personally by Meesho about unauthorised offers, lotteries, lucky draws, contests, schemes, or requests for money for such participation. If you get a call/message where you are asked for such details, it is best to not entertain such communication.
You can report such incidents to us at legalsupport@meesho.com.
Meesho takes strong measures to ensure the safety of its users. We take strict actions against fraudsters. To further prevent the occurrences of such fraudulent cases, we need our users to act cautiously.
For more information, please take a look at our policy on anti phishing.
