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.
Every day, the FTC is working to protect people from fraud.
Scammers are using a new trick to steal your money and personal information: a bogus COVID vaccine survey.
Let’s say you get an email about a charge to your credit card for something you aren’t expecting or don’t want.
The Federal Trade Commission is partnering with the U.S. Census Bureau to help you guard against potential census scams.
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
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.
Have you seen ads promising easy money if you shrink-wrap your car — with ads for brands like Monster Energy, Red Bull, or Pepsi?
Expecting packages shipped to your home this holiday season? You’re not the only one… scammers are, too.