Scams That Are Easy to Fall For
Scams are so common today that most of us think we've learned to identify and avoid them. That's probably true for any obvious scams. But many less ob…
Searching for a Facebook Customer Service Number? Don't.
Have you ever searched for a customer service number online? NPR's All Tech Considered while working on a story decided to search for Facebook Custome…
Senior Scams Are Skyrocketing!
More and more scams are targeting seniors. Watch this video to stay ahead of the potential trouble and stress.
Shopping for the Holidays? Watch Out for Scams Online and Off!
Scammers are always trying to find ways to part you from your money and personal information. During this time of the year, they up their game to take…
Shopping Online More? Thieves Are Too!
As we spend more time at home and are shopping less in person, our online shopping has increased. We're shopping and ordering through websites and app…
Should You Be Giving Your Personal Data?
Did you notice many websites ask for your phone number or more? Should you be giving this very personal data? To some companies, sure. To others, d…
Starting Your Own (Web-Based) Company?
If you are, beware of bogus web development scams! Scammers are out there, preying on people in need of websites, and try to rip them off in a varie…
Stay Alert for Crowdsourcing Scams
In recent years, crowdfunding has become a popular way to raise money for a variety of creative projects, new business ventures, and charitable causes…
Talking About a Rip-Off!
Have you ever been scammed? It's terrible, no matter how much money you lose. But how do scams happen, and what can you learn from others who have bee…
Teen Bubbles Are Bursting with Scam Opportunities
Older folk often describe Gen Z as "those little whippersnappers who sent their first text message within two minutes of being born," or something sim…
Thank You for Your Service
Service members and their families deal with a variety of challenges, and scammers don't mind figuratively throwing a grenade into the mix. Crooks are…
The Height of Credit Repair Pyramid Schemes
The ancient pyramids were built thousands of years ago. And while scammer pyramids aren't that old, they can be just as fascinating. In response to a …
The Nigerian Scam
How do you protect yourself from a scam like this?
The ONE Quiz Scammers Want You to Ace
Social media quizzes can be a breeze — no cramming required!
They appear in your feed and ask questions about a topic you know better than anyo…
This Ticket is NOT Fine!
You're a law-abiding citizen, but crooks don't care.
They've rolled out a new scheme designed to make you pay for "breaking the law" &mdahs; even if …
Tika's Lottery Scam
This horrible incident happened in February of 2009 in Fargo, ND. I was brand new to the United States and was not too good in speaking English. Sound…
Too Good to Be True
If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. In most cases there is a catch and that can do more harm than good.
Tracy's Facebook Marketplace Scam
I saw an ad online for a "Cricut Explore Air 2" crafting machine and messaged someone who claimed to be the "mom." Her "daughter" gave her the machine…
Using Facebook Marketplace or Another Local Service? Then Read This
Local online marketplaces such as Facebook Marketplace can be a handy tool. They can be used to find bargains on various items or to make some money o…
Vishing Is On The Rise. Don't Get Caught!
Vishing attacks are voice phishing attacks. Instead of using email or text messages, the scammers use the phone to get you to give up your personal an…
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