I've been using the online portal for almost everything as long as I can remember. I just love the convenience at the tip of my fingers. I don't have to drive and not stuck in jam too. I can just browse the internet at home, at the comfort of my own. 

I use the online shopping pages for clothes, accessories, makeups, home appliances, gifts. Except for groceries which I believe in purchasing them at the supermarket. 

I read a lot of artticles on internet scam and I've been very careful when I go online. Having a husband who works in an IT company, my laptop is always protected with the best antivirus software. However....no matter how careful we are, we cannot avoid from making mistakes. Mine was trusting something/anyone very easily.

#1 Number of followers

The number of followers does not determine whether or not the account is legit. That's what I was looking first, which is wrong.

#2 Latest update
Notice the latest post on their account. If their last post is 23 weeks ago (like my case), then most likely it is a scam account. I only noticed it AFTER I paid for my order.

#3 Read comments
Take the time to actually check some of the comments on that particular Instagram or Facebook. Don't be lazy.

#4 Research
Do some research or background check on the account before sealing any deal

#5 Notice the respond
How long does it take for them to reply your inquiry? A good business will reply your inquiries promtly regardless you're only asking for quotations