This holiday season, online shopping in the U.S. is projected to exceed $250 billion. Meta is taking steps to remind users of tips and safety measures to protect their accounts and online transactions. Meta encourages users to shop safely on Facebook Marketplace:

— Verify the seller’s profile before making a purchase. On a profile, you can see mutual friends, review the seller’s Marketplace activity, view other listings, and check any ratings the seller may have received.

— Be aware of online shopping scams. Scams take many forms, so it’s essential to know what they are and how to recognize them when buying and selling on Marketplace. If you suspect a scam, stop communicating with the buyer or seller and report it to Facebook.

— Use checkout on Facebook Marketplace. Instead of messa

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