Scammers are buying up ad space on Google, hoping to trick people into clicking on their malicious links that appear at the top of search results. These ads seem even more convincing having passed through Google's own verification checks.
In a recent example, a dodgy ad led to a fake Costco website with tempting deals on a variety of products. Find out more about the scam advertiser behind these Google adverts and use our expert's tips to stay safe when shopping online.
How to spot a scam ad
Source: Which? (14 May 2025)
