Learn about the latest scams, and get advice to help you avoid, report, and recover from them.
What to Know About Romance Scams
Millions of people use online dating apps or social networking sites to meet someone.
Rental Listing Scams
When you’re looking for an apartment or vacation rental, you’re probably looking at price, location and amenities.
Contacted about a long-lost relative’s inheritance? Hold on a minute
FTC Commissioners aren’t calling you — really
How To Spot, Avoid, and Report Fake Check Scams
Fake checks might look like business or personal checks, cashier’s checks, money orders, or a check delivered electronically.
Selling stuff online? Here’s how to avoid a scam
Selling stuff online can be a great way to make some extra cash. Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, and other sites attract a lot of buyers — and scammers.
What To Do if You Were Scammed
Find out what to do if you paid someone you think is a scammer, or if you gave a scammer your personal information or access to your computer or
Multi-Level Marketing Businesses and Pyramid Schemes
How to Recognize and Report Spam Text Messages
Mystery Shopping Scams
Getting paid to shop sounds like a dream job — especially if you’re looking for a side job or going to school full-time.