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Scammers rely on split-second decisions. We help you recognize the warning signs—and know what to do next.
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Being careful online
shouldn’t be complicated.
From fake deliveries to urgent calls from “your bank,” the tactics change. The warning signs don’t. Learn to notice them before money changes hands.
Three ways to
stay a step ahead.
Start with the basics or jump straight into a challenge. There’s no right order.
Know the signs.
Learn the tricks behind impersonation, fake urgency, payment requests and too-good-to-be-true offers.
Trust your instincts. Then test them.
Make decisions in realistic scenarios. Discover what gave each scam away—and what a safe response looks like.
Help protect your people.
Learn what to do if something feels wrong, and how to talk to friends and family about staying safe.
Could you
spot the scam?
Reading about scams is one thing. Recognizing one in the moment is another. Try the interactive challenge below.
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Would you spot it?
Five realistic scenarios on real phone screens. Decide, then see the red flag experts look for.
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USPS: Your package could not be delivered. Pay $2.99 to reschedule: example.com/track
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Something feel off?
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