Bed Bath and Beyond Clearance Scam: Don’t Fall For This!
Written by: Stelian
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If you are a fan of Bed Bath and Beyond, you may be tempted by the offers of clearance sales that appear online. However, you should be careful not to fall for the Bed Bath and Beyond Clearance scam, which is a scheme that uses the name and logo of the popular retailer to trick people into giving away their money and personal information. In this blog post, we will explain what the Bed Bath and Beyond Clearance scam is, how it works, and what you can do if you have fallen victim to it.
What is the Bed Bath and Beyond Clearance Scam?
The Bed Bath and Beyond Clearance scam is a type of online fraud that targets customers of the well-known home goods store. The scam involves websites that look like the official Bed Bath and Beyond site, but are actually fake and designed to steal your information. These sites may offer discounts of up to 80% on various items, such as bedding, towels, kitchenware, and more. They may also claim that the sale is for a limited time only, or that the stock is running low, to create a sense of urgency and pressure you to buy.
How The Bed Bath and Beyond Clearance Scam Works?
The Bed Bath and Beyond Clearance scam works by luring you with attractive offers that seem too good to be true. You may receive an email, a text message, a social media post, or an online ad that directs you to one of these fake sites. Once you click on the link, you will be taken to a website that looks very similar to the real Bed Bath and Beyond site, with the same logo, colors, and layout. However, if you look closely, you may notice some signs that the site is not legitimate, such as:
The domain name is different from the official one (www.bedbathandbeyond.com). It may have extra words or letters, such as www.bedbathandbeyond-clearance.com or www.bedbathandbeyond.shop.
The site has poor grammar, spelling, or punctuation errors.
The site does not have a secure connection (https) or a padlock icon in the address bar.
The site asks for too much personal information, such as your social security number, bank account number, or driver’s license number.
The site does not have a clear return policy, customer service contact, or privacy policy.
If you decide to buy something from one of these fake sites, you will be asked to enter your credit card information and other details. However, instead of receiving your order confirmation and tracking number, you will receive nothing at all. The scammers will use your information to make unauthorized charges on your card, or sell it to other criminals who may use it for identity theft.
What To Do If You Have Fallen Victim?
If you have fallen victim to the Bed Bath and Beyond Clearance scam, you should take the following steps as soon as possible:
Contact your bank or credit card company and report the fraudulent transaction. Ask them to cancel your card and issue a new one.
Change your passwords and security questions for any online accounts that may have been compromised.
Monitor your credit reports and bank statements for any suspicious activity.
Report the scam to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at www.ftc.gov/complaint.
Report the scam to Bed Bath and Beyond at www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/static/customerservice.
Conclusion
The Bed Bath and Beyond Clearance scam is a serious threat that can cost you money and damage your credit. To avoid falling for this scam, always be wary of any offers that seem too good to be true, and always check the authenticity of any website before making a purchase. Remember that Bed Bath and Beyond will never send you unsolicited emails or texts with links to their clearance sales. If you have any doubts about an offer or a website, contact Bed Bath and Beyond directly at 1-800-GO-BEYOND (1-800-462-3966) or visit their official website at www.bedbathandbeyond.com.
10 Rules to Avoid Online Scams
Here are 10 practical safety rules to help you avoid malware, online shopping scams, crypto scams, and other online fraud. Each tip includes a quick “if you already got hit” action.
Stop and verify before you click, log in, download, or pay.
Most scams win by creating urgency. Verify using a trusted method: type the website address yourself, use the official app, or call a known number (not the one in the message).
If you already clicked: close the page, do not enter passwords, and run a malware scan.
Keep your operating system, browser, and apps updated.
Updates patch security holes used by malware and malicious ads. Turn on automatic updates where possible.
If you saw a scary “update now” pop-up: close it and update only through your device settings or the official app store.
Use layered protection: antivirus plus an ad blocker.
Antivirus helps block malware. An ad blocker reduces scam redirects, phishing pages, and malvertising.
If your browser is acting weird: remove unknown extensions, reset the browser, then run a full scan.
Install apps, software, and extensions only from official sources.
Avoid cracked software, “keygens,” and random downloads. During installs, choose Custom/Advanced and decline bundled offers you do not recognize.
If you already installed something suspicious: uninstall it, restart, and scan again.
Treat links and attachments as untrusted by default.
Phishing often impersonates delivery services, banks, and popular brands. If it is unexpected, do not open attachments or log in through the message.
If you entered credentials: change the password immediately and enable 2FA.
Shop safely: research the store, then pay with protection.
Be cautious with brand-new stores, “closing sale” stories, and prices that make no sense. Prefer credit cards or PayPal for dispute options. Avoid wire transfers, gift cards, and crypto payments.
If you already paid: contact your card issuer or PayPal quickly to dispute the transaction.
Crypto rule: never pay a “fee” to withdraw or recover money.
Common patterns include fake profits, then “tax,” “gas,” or “verification” fees. Another is a “recovery agent” who demands upfront crypto.
If you already sent crypto: stop paying, save evidence (wallet addresses, TXIDs, chats), and report the scam to the platform used.
Secure your accounts with unique passwords and 2FA (start with email).
Use a password manager and unique passwords for every account. Enable 2FA using an authenticator app when possible.
If you suspect an account takeover: change passwords, sign out of all devices, and review recent logins and recovery settings.
Back up important files and keep one backup offline.
Backups protect you from ransomware and device failure. Keep at least one backup on an external drive that is not always connected.
If you suspect infection: do not connect backup drives until the system is clean.
If you think you are a victim: stop losses, document evidence, and escalate fast.
Move quickly. Speed matters for disputes, account recovery, and limiting damage.
Stop payments and contact: do not send more money or respond to the scammer.
Call your bank or card issuer: block transactions, replace the card if needed, and start a dispute or chargeback.
Secure your email first: change the email password, enable 2FA, and remove unfamiliar recovery options.
Secure other accounts: change passwords, enable 2FA, and log out of all sessions.
Scan your device: remove suspicious apps or extensions, then run a full malware scan.
Save evidence: screenshots, emails, order pages, tracking pages, wallet addresses, TXIDs, and chat logs.
Report it: to the payment provider, marketplace, social platform, exchange, or wallet service involved.
These rules are intentionally simple. Most online losses happen when decisions are rushed. Slow down, verify independently, and use payment methods and account controls that give you recourse.
About Stelian
Stelian leverages over a decade of cybersecurity expertise to lead malware analysis and removal, uncover scams, and educate people. His experience provides insightful analysis and valuable perspective.
