Online shopping increased during the pandemic and so did the rise in shopping sites selling fake virus testing kits, miracle cures, masks and anti-bacterial products.
How to protect yourself
People or companies offering Covid-related products might not be genuine businesses. If it looks too good to be true, it probably is.
What to do
Don't hand over money, bank details or personal information to any company you're not 100% sure about. You can also report fake government messages to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or at actionfraud.police.uk