October is rolling in soon, with it another Amazon Prime Day--cue the excitement. But while you're planning those sweet deals, scammers are planning something else.

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Thanks to research conducted by CasinoRevisor, experts are warning Michiganders to avoid three scams as another Prime Day approaches.

1. Amazon Text Scams: Are You Being Catfished by a Text?

An Amazon employee attempts to disguise themselves in order to "catfish" unsuspecting Prime Day Shoppers in Michigan.
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If yo get a text CLAIMING to be from Amazon, stop right there. Scammer will send fake texts that seem legit but are actually designed to steal your personal info or lead you to sketchy websites.

Amazon will never ask you for personal details like passwords via text. If you're suspicious, go straight to the Amazon app to check for any official messages.

2. Prime Membership Scams: "Renew Your Membership--Or Else!"

A text scam alert appears on a smartphone with garbled language, much like the scams targeting Michigan's Prime Day Shoppers.
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Imagine this: You get a text, email, or even a call saying your Prime membership is in danger of getting canceled. They'll ask you to pay to "fix" it. Do NOT fall for it! This is a common scam that preys on your love of free shipping and free movies.

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Amazon will never ask you to resolve issues with your membership by calling or emailing you out of the blue. Just check your account on the Amazon website.

3. Account Suspension Scams: Fearmongering at Its Finest

Two Amazon big wigs attempt to convince someone sitting behind their laptop their account has been suspended.
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Another popular scam is the ol' "Your account will be suspended" trick. Scammer will tell you your account is at risk and urge you to click a fraudulent link to "verify" your details. Clicking that link? Yeah, it's like heading over the keys to your Amazon kingdom.

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Ultimately, just stick with the Amazon app or website, never give personal info via text or phone, and if something feels off--trust your gut. And hey, if you do fall for one of these scams, at least you'll have a good story for that next awkward family dinner.

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