🛡️ Blog Post: Don’t Get Scammed – Spot Real Amazon Links Before You Click
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In today’s online world, scams are getting smarter—and
sneakier. One of the most common tricks? Fake Amazon links. If you’ve ever
clicked on something that looked like an Amazon page, only to end up
somewhere sketchy (or worse, lose money), this post is for you.
🚨 Why This Matters
A friend of mine recently fell victim to one of these scams.
They thought they were grabbing a deal on some outdoor furniture… only to
discover they were never on Amazon at all. That’s why it's more important than
ever to double-check every link before clicking, especially when
shopping for seasonal items.
✅ Here’s How to Stay Safe:
1. Look at the Link Structure
Real Amazon links often look like this:
- Short
version: https://amzn.to/43N0AZF
- Full
version:
https://www.amazon.com/b?node=205102006011&linkCode=ll2&tag=rfs540b-20...
If it doesn’t start with https://www.amazon.com/ or a valid
Amazon short link (amzn.to), be suspicious. Amazon does not allow third-party
link shorteners like bit.ly or tinyurl for affiliate/product links.
2. Hover Over Buttons or Images
On websites or emails, before you click, hover over any
button or image. Your browser will preview the destination link in the
bottom corner. Double-check: is it going to an official Amazon link?
For example:
Legit Link (safe):
👉
https://amzn.to/4jrbJni – leads directly to fashion trends on Amazon.
👉
https://www.amazon.com/b?node=120697190011... – full path to that same
collection.
Suspicious Link (unsafe):
❌
https://amazingdeals123.biz/amazon-gift
❌
http://shorty.link/amazon_offer
Those are not Amazon-owned links.
💡 Pro Tip: When In Doubt,
Use the Full Link
Here are a few safe, direct Amazon links you can use right
now:
- Spring
Home Refresh
Short: https://amzn.to/43N0AZF
Full: https://www.amazon.com/b?node=205102006011 - Easter
Gift Guide
Short: https://amzn.to/3G2cx3z
Full: https://www.amazon.com/b?node=205562432011 - Audible’s
Spring Bounty
Short: https://amzn.to/42sqrnp
Full: https://www.amazon.com/hz/audible/mlp - See
the Latest Trends
Short: https://amzn.to/4jrbJni
Full: https://www.amazon.com/b?node=120697190011
🔒 Final Thoughts
Scammers are betting on us being in a rush—especially during
big sales or seasonal promotions. But slowing down to verify a link can save
you from a big headache. Only click links that look like the ones above, and
never trust suspicious URLs hiding behind buttons or images Unless You Hover over Them and look at the url it will most likely show at the bottom Left corner of you Screen if no url or it looks weird Leave. P.S. Amazon Has A Form to put your information in, NEVER EMAIL or give out your card Number over the phone or in a Text!
Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Please note: All Amazon affiliates and influencers are required to disclose their relationship with Amazon. ( FULL EXAMPLE AT TOP OF THIS PAGE ) Note it is allowable to have a separate page but it needs to be clear about saying Affiliate Disclosure.
⚠️ If someone is promoting Amazon products without this disclosure, they may not be legitimate and could be part of a scam. Always check for official links and proper transparency before buying. And Please Copy the URL and give it to amazon if they are real affiliates or influencers they will be warned to add the disclosure and if they don't they will be removed from the program And this also gives amazon the ability to warn of scams.
Got questions or want help checking a link? Drop a comment—we’re here to help you shop smart and safe. For Some Safe Links See Our Benable Page Here! and OR our Link in Bio Here! see Also Facebook , Linkedin , Instagram , Twitter/X
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