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Fake discounts, scam sites, returns and third-party sellers: how to buy without being caught out.
A deal is only worth having if the retailer is real, the reference price is honest and the item can be returned. These guides cover inflated "was" prices, urgency tactics, scam storefronts, third-party marketplace sellers and holiday return windows, with links to the regulators' own guidance where rules are mentioned.
How to tell a real discount from a fake one
"Was" prices, countdown timers and "70% off" badges are easy to print. Here is how to check whether a saving is genuine before you buy.
NXT.Deals Editorial Team · Sep 10, 2026 · 3 min read