Millions warned over rip-off solar eclipse glasses that damage your vision as experts reveal four checks to make [Video]

THE UPCOMING solar eclipse promises a mesmerizing spectacle, but with excitement comes a surge in scams.

Fraudsters are planning to exploit this astronomical event to target unsuspecting consumers.

As such, witnessing the eclipse safely requires awareness of these tactics to protect your eyes and your wallet.

A major concern, as identified by cybersecurity experts from McAfee, is the abundance of counterfeit eclipse glasses.

“It doesn’t take much to spin up e-commerce sites and pump out ads nowadays,” the cybersecurity firm writes in a blog post.

“Thanks to a host of low-cost and easy-to-use tools for publishing and advertising online, scammers of all sizes can create bogus shopping experiences much more quickly than ever. “

The most concerning part of these imitation glasses is that they lack proper filters, posing a significant risk to your eyesight.

Gazing directly at the sun, even during an eclipse, can cause permanent vision …