SPOKANE, Wash. — Some of you may have started your holiday shopping already.

With the holidays just around the corner, many across the Inland Northwest will be looking for the perfect gift for their loved ones.

With that in mind, many online scrooges will look to take advantage of holiday shoppers this year, especially as we get closer to Black Friday and Christmas deals.

STCU is offering a few tips for you to avoid holiday scammers this year and help you shop online safely.

Here is what STCU says you can do to shop safely online this holiday season.

Make sure the website is secure

Stick with secure networks and private computers

Find out who you're dealing with

Pay with a credit card or digital wallet

Click here to learn more about safe holiday shopping from STCU.

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