This week’s episode of Andicanhelp Live dives into something we’re all doing more of lately — shopping directly through our social feeds.
Between TikTok Shop, Instagram checkouts, live shopping streams, and even Facebook Marketplace, social commerce is exploding. But so is the opportunity for scams, fake websites, and sketchy DMs trying to get your money or your personal info.
I’m breaking down:
The red flags to watch for when buying from social platforms
How scammers trick people with fake brand accounts and giveaways
What to avoid at checkout (especially if someone moves to DMs)
The safest ways to pay and what to do if you do get scammed
PLUS: Tips for creators to build trust and not look like a scammer