We've received a few emails this week from people who are new to our site, asking about how MatrixWatch works.  Here's a quick overview:

• Internet users (especially eBay members) come to MatrixWatch to report suspicious auctions or websites (including phishing sites).

• Other MatrixWatch members "flag" the reported site if they agree, and leave comments if needed. 

• Before other consumers buy from a website or eBay seller, they check MatrixWatch to see if the site or auction has been reported.  The more flags a reported site or auction has, the more likely the threat.

• The more people use MatrixWatch, the more opportunity we have to keep you safe!

 The positive results include:

1. Stronger collaboration between those who know about fraud and those who need to be warned before they get sucked in. 

2. Better consolidation of opinions and information that previously existed in fragments around the web.

3. Information about internet fraud reaches consumers faster than it would through other channels.