Tupperware-us.com is offering a Closing Party Sale on social media. The sponsored posts and Ads claims everything must go due to bankruptcy. This may catch your eyes, but the deal is 100% scam.
Here’s what you need to know about the scam Tupperware Closeout Sale, our findings, and steps to take if you’re a victim.
Tupperware -us.com Scam – What is it all about?
Tupperware-us.com uses flashy discounts on social media to attract lovers of Tupperware brand. The Ads claims Tupperware is closing down its stores as a result of bankruptcy so it urges people to hurry to partake in a Closing Party Sale.
Potential customers are deceived with a spoofed website that looks like the original Tupperware site. Once orders are placed, the fraudsters do not send anything; no confirmation email, tracking info or package.
Aside from not receiving the items paid for, victims of this scam could be affected by the following frauds;
- unauthorized charges on credit cards
- Automatic VIP membership subscription – Some dubious online stores often add customers into a subscription plan without their notice. Victims get charged a monthly subscription fee for unwanted items such as online health magazines etc.
- Malware infestation to steal customer’s data
Tupperware-us.com Red Flags – Our Findings
A Chain of Fraudulent Sites
Tupperware-us.com is connected to a handful of suspicious website that share same website design, email, content, e.t.c. The scam use various domain names, such as “tupperwareclosingsale.com,” “tupperwaresales.com,” or “tupperwaresale.top,” ”tupperware-de.shop” to cast a wider net and reach more unsuspecting victims.
Fake Contact Information
The website only provides email addresses, no telephone number or address. The email addresses themselves do not work, mails sent do not deliver.
Recently Registration Details
Tupperware-us.com and the other sites engaged in the scam are newly created (October 2024). Moreso, they are registered under hidden identities, from places like India —a country thriving in scam industry.
Might Shut Down Anytime
The website would expire in October 2025. This indicates it was created for a short term plan. Reputable websites typically register domains for multiple years, indicating stability and a commitment to their business.
Copied Content
The content on the website are generic. The About Us, Terms of Service and Privacy Policy have been copied. Legitimate business always source and provide their own legal pages in order to protect both the business and customers right.
What To Do If You Got Scammed
Cancel your credit card
Immediately call your financial provider and cancel your credit card. By so doing, the credit card details you used for your transaction would become null and wouldn’t be charged in the future by the store.
Request for a new card
After the old credit card has been cancelled, ask for a new card, it doesn’t cost much to get one.Your credit card issuer will issue you a new one with different numbers.
Report the Fraud To Relevant Authorities
Report the scam to relevant authorities and organizations. This includes:
- Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3): If you are in the United States, you can file a complaint with the IC3 at https://www.ic3.gov/.
- Your Local Consumer Protection Agency: Contact your local consumer protection agency or the equivalent regulatory body in your country.
- Better Business Bureau (BBB): File a complaint with the BBB if the online store is based in the United States.
How To Spot Fake Clearance Sales
Check the Company’s Social Media Accounts & Official Websites
The first step you should take is finding out if the giveaway has been posted on the company’s social media accounts. If it hasn’t, the giveaway is likely a scam.
Check For Grammatical and Spelling Mistakes
Scan the clearance post. Do you notice bad grammar, missing words, or spelling mistakes? These are red flags for a scam. Any company can make a minor mistake when typing out a win notification. However, multiple or glaring errors are a bad sign.
Check Website Registration Age
How old is the website? The domain age of a website tells a lot about a store’s legitimacy or transparency. Websites below 6 months old are often considered unsafe. You can find out a website’s age by checking on Who.is ( a free domain checker tool)
Find Out If The Website Used Has SSL Encryption
find out if the website is secured with SSL encryption. (https and padlock symbols). If the padlock symbol doesn’t appear near the website’s URL, then it means your personal and financial information is at risk at the store.
Search for Reviews Online
Are there reviews or posts about the clearance sale online? It’s common for various news outlet to carry information about legit discount sales. By searching for reviews online you could also come across warning posts or complaints.
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