In the San Francisco area, residents should be cautious when shopping online, particularly with social media ads. A significant amount of money has been lost by Americans due to these ads, totaling $95M. Most social media ads are not thoroughly checked, which can make it difficult to determine their legitimacy.

This lack of vetting can lead to uncertainty about the identity of the advertiser and the authenticity of the product being advertised. For more information on how to safely navigate online shopping and avoid potential scams, readers can refer to the full report from ABC7 News.