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.
Because of COVID-19, unemployment rates are high and many people’s cash flows are low. Scammers view these as ripe conditions to strike.
Most people have already gotten their economic stimulus payments, but the Internal Revenue Service is still sending them out. If you haven’t gotten
We’ve been telling you about the scams related to COVID-19.
These days, there are just so many reasons why people want to do to something to help, to make a difference, to take action.
The FTC continues to seek out and warn sellers who peddle so-called Coronavirus treatments with no proof they work.
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
Many of us are paying close attention to the guidance from federal, state, and local governments during this COVID-19 health emergency.
Hey college students: even though you’re likely far from campus, scammers are still trying to find you.
Are you tempted to play “The Circle Game,” join a “Blessing Loom,” or jump on a “Money Board”?
If you’ve been thinking about adding a pet to your family, now may be a good time.
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.
Every day we are reading about researchers studying potential ways to prevent, treat or cure COVID-19.
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.
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.
If there’s a high demand online for health and safety items, like facemasks and paper products, guess what scammers pretend to sell?
You probably know that COVID-19 tests are in short supply. But did you know there’s no shortage of scammers setting up fake COVID-19 testing sites to cash in on the crisis?
