SSPC cybersecurity recommendations for El Buen Fin shopping fraud prevention, Digi Mart USA News (Mexico): The Secretariat of Public Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC), through its Intelligence, Cybernetic Investigation and Technological Operations Unit, has issued recommendations for safe shopping, identifying potential risks and making informed consumer decisions during the upcoming El Buen Fin sales event. The aim is to prevent cyber fraud and protect citizens’ personal and financial information.
El Buen Fin, scheduled for November 13 to 17, 2026, is an initiative designed to boost commercial activity through discounts and payment facilities at physical stores and digital platforms. According to the statement, the most sought-after products during the event include technology items, home products and clothing.
Online purchases have gained importance because they allow consumers to compare prices, review product features and complete transactions from anywhere. However, the SSPC stresses that security measures are also necessary to keep personal and banking data from being exposed to deception or fraudulent activity.
The SSPC recommends that shoppers buy only on the official websites of merchants or through legitimate apps, and keep devices, applications and security tools up to date. Consumers should avoid opening offers from links received by message, email or social media without first verifying their origin.
Before entering personal or banking details, users should carefully check the web address and confirm it matches the company’s authentic site. Only data needed to complete a purchase should be shared, and passwords, verification codes, PINs or confidential information should never be provided through calls, messages or emails.
Shoppers are also advised to be wary of extraordinary discounts, messages creating a sense of urgency, and notifications about prizes, refunds or purchase problems that request immediate personal information. Before buying, consumers should review privacy policies, terms and conditions, warranties, delivery times, and customer service and complaint procedures.
The SSPC further recommends keeping payment receipts, invoices, confirmation emails, conversations and tracking numbers, which may be useful for clarifications, claims or fraud reports. If unrecognized charges, information theft, unauthorized account access or possible fraud attempts are detected, consumers should immediately notify their financial institution, change passwords and seek guidance from the competent authorities.
For more information, the SSPC invites the public to consult its Cyberguide at gob.mx/sspc, which offers recommendations for preventing risks and strengthening digital security. The agency reaffirmed its commitment to preventing cybercrime and promoting a culture of digital security so that consumers can shop during El Buen Fin in an informed, responsible and safe manner.
