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Monday 8:30am - 5pm Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm Thursday 8:30am - 5pm Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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SCDCA aims to protect consumers from inequities in the marketplace.

Established in 1974 by the Consumer Protection Code (Code), Sections 37-1-101 et seq., the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA or Department) is the state consumer protection agency. SCDCA is the administrator and enforcer of the Code, as well as other regulatory statutes outside the Code. In this capacity, the Department helps to formulate and modify consumer laws, policies and r

egulations; regulates the consumer credit marketplace; resolves complaints arising out of the production, promotion or sale of consumer goods or services in South Carolina, whether or not credit is involved; and promotes a healthy competitive business climate with mutual confidence between buyers and sellers. Overall, the agency protects consumers while giving due regard to those businesses acting in a fair and honest manner.

09/10/2026

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09/08/2026

Avoid unwanted texts by being careful when asked for you number. Before you enter your number on a website or at a store, check for a privacy policy. Look to see if it allows the company to sell or share your info.

09/07/2026

SCDCA offices are closed for Labor Day. We will reopen Tuesday at 8:30 a.m.
You can file a complaint, apply for a license, report a scam or report identity theft by going to consumer.sc.gov

09/04/2026

September is National Preparedness Month. SCDCA's Disaster Guide has information to help you safeguard finances, avoid scams, and replace lost or damaged documents.https://consumer.sc.gov/sites/consumer/files/Documents/Spotlight/Disaster_Guide_2024.pdf

09/02/2026

Order something online and it never arrived? Notify the seller and file a dispute with your card provider. The Federal Trade Commission has additional information at https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/what-do-if-youre-billed-things-you-never-got-or-you-get-unordered-products

08/31/2026

SCDCA hosts free webinars every Wednesday. During September we'll cover scams you should know about, social media smarts, credit reports/scores and more. Register at https://consumer.sc.gov/upcoming-presentationswebinars

08/27/2026

SCDCA is offering new education information to help consumers who are considering solar energy for their home. Visit https://consumer.sc.gov/thinking-about-solar-energy for tips on researching a company, consumer rights, solar scams and how to file a complaint.

08/25/2026

🎉Happy National Financial Awareness Day! 🌟 Be smart with your money. Have a financial plan. Track your spending to help you stay on budget and avoid unnecessary debt. 💪💰 🥳Additional tips from SCDCA at https://consumer.sc.gov/consumer-resources/consumer-faqs/money-credit ✨

08/24/2026

🎉🥞 Save for waffles! Budget for each month before the month begins. Prioritize savings and debt. Make a category for waffles. 🥳

08/21/2026

Today is National Senior Citizens Day. Unfortunately, thieves target older adults with a variety of scams. SCDCA has educational resources to help you spot their tricks at https://consumer.sc.gov/consumer-resources/consumer-faqs/scam-education

Address

293 Greystone Boulevard
Columbia, SC
29210

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+18009221594

Website

https://www.consumer.sc.gov/

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