Common tricks used by fraudsters to steal money have been revealed, with one ruse that would take many Brits by surprise. December is set to be a busy month for online shopping , with people across the country buying gifts for friends and family.

It means scammers are waiting to jump at the opportunity to steal money. Emails are the most common way for fraudsters to target people, with other methods including text messages and phone calls. But another way tricksters are plying their trade is by targeting people using QR codes that promise free gifts.

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