And those gift card companies want to give that money back," the FTC said in its blog post. Here are steps, highlighted by the agency, that consumers should take if they suspect they have been conned.

CNBC Select looks at ways to avoid gift card scams and how to get your money back should you fall victim to one.

About 26% of people reported being surprised to learn that they gave away or received a gift card with a zero balance, zip, not a dollar left on it, according to an AARP survey. That's up from 21% ...

Crooks are tampering with gift cards before you even buy them. ... "When I buy a gift card, I photocopy it front and back. I always keep my receipts, all the packaging," said Gdovic.

Planos says before you buy a gift card, give it a good inspection, front, and back. Look for any sign the packaging has been peeled back for a peak at the numbers inside.

back if you act quickly. yes, scammers like gift cards because it’s like putting cash right into their hands. and now, according to the federal trade commission, some gift card companies have ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Gift cards are among the most popular and easiest gifts to buy. Capitol One estimates that 64% of U.S. consumers purchase gift cards as holiday gifts, which is why scammers ...

The state's unused gift card funds collection in just 2023 amounted to $27 million. advertisement. WGRZ-TV Buffalo. Here's how money from unused gift cards go back to the state. Story by Ron Plants ...

And those gift card companies want to give that money back," the FTC said in its blog post. Story Continues Here are steps, highlighted by the agency, that consumers should take if they suspect ...

How to get your money back if you sent a scammer gift cards. According to the Federal Trade Commission, some gift card companies have begun freezing fraudulent gift card funds so criminals can’t ...

Here's how money from unused gift cards go back to the state The state's unused gift card funds collection in just 2023 amounted to $27 million. To stream WGRZ on your phone, you need the WGRZ app.