Dubai shoppers are now urged to verify websites before making online purchases, thanks to a free tool launched by the UAE Cyber Security Council.
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Dubai shoppers are now urged to verify websites before making online purchases, thanks to a free tool launched by the UAE Cyber Security Council.
Dubai shoppers are now urged to check website scam UAE before making online purchases, thanks to a free tool launched by the UAE Cyber Security Council. The new ‘Stay Safe’ utility—powered by ScamAdviser in partnership with etisalat by & and the Global Anti-Scam Alliance—lets users instantly check if a website is reputable or potentially fraudulent. Access the tool at staysafe.csc.gov.ae.
‘Stay Safe’ reviews sites for red flags like malware, phishing activity, and suspicious domain registrations. After entering any website address, users receive a risk score:
Dark green: Reliable
Light green: Maybe trustworthy
Yellow: Caution advised
Red: High risk of fraud
The tool also highlights domain age, registration details, and any phishing reports—helping residents spot scams before it’s too late.
The UAE Cyber Security Council advises residents to look for these signs of potential scams:
Unrealistically low prices
Broken or missing social media links
Poor grammar or design
Strange or deceptive domain names
No verified payment methods or contact details
Recently created websites
Experts recommend using Stay Safe as a first check, but also suggest exploring the site, examining payment options, and searching for legitimate social media presence before sharing personal or payment information.
The Stay Safe initiative is part of the UAE’s broader efforts to counter cybercrime, with rising online fraud cases highlighting the need for vigilance in digital transactions. Authorities continue to remind the public to be cautious and use multiple resources to verify online retailers before shopping.
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