Learn about the latest scams, and get advice to help you avoid, report, and recover from them.
Steer clear of work-at-home scams
As the Coronavirus continues to spread, you may be looking for ways to make money without ever stepping foot outside your door.
Fake emails about fake money from a fake COVID-19 fund
Because of COVID-19, unemployment rates are high and many people’s cash flows are low. Scammers view these as ripe conditions to strike.
The IRS won’t call about your stimulus money
Most people have already gotten their economic stimulus payments, but the Internal Revenue Service is still sending them out. If you haven’t gotten
What do COVID-19 scams look like in your state?
We’ve been telling you about the scams related to COVID-19.
Donating in difficult times
These days, there are just so many reasons why people want to do to something to help, to make a difference, to take action.
More FTC warnings about scam Coronavirus treatments
The FTC continues to seek out and warn sellers who peddle so-called Coronavirus treatments with no proof they work.
Is a scammer getting unemployment benefits in your name?
In a large-scale scam erupting in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, imposters are filing claims for unemployment benefits, using the names and personal information of people who have not filed
How to avoid COVID-19 government imposter scams
Many of us are paying close attention to the guidance from federal, state, and local governments during this COVID-19 health emergency.
COVID-19 scams targeting college students
Hey college students: even though you’re likely far from campus, scammers are still trying to find you.
This “game” is a chain letter scam
Are you tempted to play “The Circle Game,” join a “Blessing Loom,” or jump on a “Money Board”?
Finding a furry friend in the era of COVID-19
If you’ve been thinking about adding a pet to your family, now may be a good time.
Fighting Coronavirus scams: taking stock
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis, the FTC has released dozens of warning letters against people trying to make an illegal buck off the Coronavirus.
FTC warns 45 more sellers of scam Coronavirus treatments
Every day we are reading about researchers studying potential ways to prevent, treat or cure COVID-19.
Make your Coronavirus donations count
The Coronavirus crisis has brought out the best and worst of human nature. The best: charities across the country are stepping up and many people are donating what they can.
Did an ID thief steal your stimulus payment? Report it to us.
Do you think your economic impact payment has landed in the hands of an identity thief? You can report it to the FTC and the IRS at the same time. Here’s what to do.