The .gov means it’s official.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on a federal government site.
The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely.
The FTC will never threaten you, say you must transfer your money to “protect it,” or tell you to withdraw cash or buy gold and give it to someone. That’s a scam.
“I’m calling from [pick any bank]. Someone’s been using your debit card ending in 2345 at [pick any retailer].
If you get a call that looks like it’s from the Social Security Administration (SSA), think twice.
Recently, we heard about scams targeting parents of high school students preparing for college.
The FTC has been hearing about a new scam targeting people who are selling their cars online.
You get a call saying your electricity or water will be shut off unless you pay a past due bill.
A caller says that he’s from the government and your Social Security number (SSN) has been suspended. He sounds very professional. So you should do exactly what he says to fix things…right?
Fake checks drive many types of scams – like those involving phony prize wins, fake jobs, mystery shoppers, online classified ad sales, and others.
We recently wrote about steps that the FTC took to stop MOBE, an internet business-coaching scheme that was
Did your favorite celebrity reach out to you on social media?
Tech support scams, which get people to pay for fake computer help or steal their personal information, are convincing.
Finding a new job can be a challenge. Websites can help you find work, but scammers also use these sites to find people to rip off.
Would you donate to a charity called Help the Vets?
While plenty of successful relationships begin online, scammers also use online dating sites, apps, and chat rooms to trick you into sending them money.
“I lost my wallet and ID. I’m stranded — please wire money.”
Recently, someone showed up at the door of the FTC to ask about his prize. He had a mailing saying he’d won $5 million – and the FTC had “certified and verified” it.
