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.
Phishing is when someone uses fake emails or texts – even phone calls – to get you to share valuable personal information, like account numbers, Social Se
Online searching makes it easier to connect with companies offering job opportunities.
We try to let you know when we learn about new scams, so you can avoid them and warn your friends and family.
Earlier this month, we told you about a growing scam: people pretend to be from the Social Security Administration
Phishing is when someone uses fake emails or texts to get you to share valuable personal information – like account numbers, Social Security numbers, or your login IDs and passwords.
The FTC is getting reports about people pretending to be from the Social Security Administration (SSA) who are trying to get your Social Security number and even your money.
We’ve been warning you about scammers asking you to pay with gift cards or
“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.
The FTC has been hearing about a new scam targeting people who are selling their cars online.
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.”
