Addictive apps are designed to capture our kids’ attention — and their data
Advertising firms are collecting data on our children with the help of apps designed to hold their attention using the same techniques as slot machines.
Consumer alerts
Get the information, tools and resources it takes to protect yourself in today’s ever-changing marketplace.
These days we all need to be smart consumers. We need access to the information and resources it takes to avoid the latest scams, stop identity thieves, spot rip offs and keep unsafe food and toxic products out of our shopping carts. PIRG’s consumer watchdog team does the research, conducts media exposes, produces consumer guides, and sends out consumer alerts so we have the tools to make smart, safe, informed choices.
The Latest on Consumer alerts
Should I hit “accept” on cookie pop-ups?
New Year’s resolutions to make your wallet fatter and your information safer
Updates
Tips before you fly again
Resources for holiday 2022 airline travel cancellations
Quick toy tips to keep your children safer
Featured Resources
Safe At Home?
Tips to help you find out about product recalls
Smart Decisions about Smart Toys
Package thefts are on the rise; here are tips to protect yourself
Did You Know?
In times of emergency, our researchers have found price surges of up to 166% for critical supplies like face masks and bottled water.
What We're Doing
Our guide provides tips for avoiding price-gouging and a how-to for reporting bad actors.
The Latest
Type
How to save money on your home heating bills
With home heating prices rising this winter, MASSPIRG offers tips and resources for reducing your costs.
Why consider buying antibiotic-free meat
Buying antibiotic-free meat is important, but not for the reason you might think.
Goodyear faces class action lawsuits for collecting user data
Funeral home prices: Here’s what you should know, and why federal rules are expected to change soon
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) last week said its research shows that more than 60% of funeral homes have little or no pricing information on their websites.
Coalition calls on REI to remove PFAS from their clothing and gear
Team
Murray
Teresa
Murray
Consumer Watchdog, PIRG
Mierzwinski
Ed
Mierzwinski
Senior Director, Federal Consumer Program, PIRG
Melgar
Danielle
Melgar
Food & Agriculture, Advocate, PIRG