Major Aussie Warning on ‘Ghost Stores’

ACCC warns Aussies against deceptive online 'ghost stores'

Major Aussie warning on ‘ghost stores’

Australia’s consumer watchdog has issued a major warning over scam “ghost stores” flogging dodgy products to Aussies, all while pretending to be local businesses.

Australia's Consumer Watchdog Warns Of ‘Ghost Stores’ Scamming Online Shoppers

In a new warning that’ll make you think twice before clicking on that Instagram ad about a local fashion boutique with a fire closing-down sale, Australia’s consumer watchdog has cautioned against alleged “ghost stores” that are scamming shoppers with misleading ads and dodgy products. According to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), these ghost stores target consumers through social media ads, and often rebrand unde…

Hidden "Ghost Stores" Deceive Australian Shoppers - Internewscast Journal

A warning has been issued to Australians to remain vigilant about "ghost stores," as victims find limited options for resolution.According to the

Misleading 'ghost stores' haunting Australian consumers

Shoppers are being warned about stores that present themselves as local businesses but sell low-quality items shipped from overseas.

'Ghost stores' plaguing Australian consumers with false claims, warns ACCC

A surge in businesses misrepresenting themselves as local businesses, causing harm to Australian consumers, has been reported by the ACCC.