Helpful episodes to listen to firstCheck #1 - Is the website less than a year old? (https://makanimason.com/p70)Check #2 - What does Trustpilot say? (https://makanimason.com/p73)What is a Protection Partner (https://makanimason.com/p/4)Questions we answer in this episodeWhy does this check sometimes get skipped?What’s one super simple way to spot a fake shopping site?Why might a scammer want you to contact them?Which red flags in a reply should make you walk away?Episode summaryThe third item on our Safe Website Checklist is all about communication: Can You Get an Answer?Reputable shopping sites usually offer multiple clear ways to get in touch - a phone number, social media, and live chat - not just email. If those channels are missing, broken, or fake, that’s a big red flag.But even if you can reach someone, don’t let your guard down. Scammers can and do reply - sometimes quickly. The key is how they respond and whether it feels trustworthy. If you’re unsure, bring in your Protection Partner for a second opinion. Trust your gut, or as I call it, your spidey sense.Call to actionPick a trusted shopping website and check which contact methods they offer. Is there a phone number? A real social media presence? Maybe a live chat? Get curious - and the next time you’re on a new site, you’ll know exactly what to look for.Get the FREE Bulletproof My Identity Starter Kit (https://bulletproofmyid.com)Get help from Makani (https://forum.makanimason.com)