Scammers create fake emergencies to get your money
“I lost my wallet and ID. I’m stranded — please wire money.”
Getting a vacation rental? Watch out for scams.
With July 4th right around the corner, plenty of us are still running around trying to book a last-minute vacation rental.
No prizes from the FTC
Recently, someone showed up at the door of the FTC to ask about his prize. He had a mailing saying he’d won $5 million – and the FTC had “certified and verified” it.
Scams and your small business
At the FTC, our mission is to protect consumers, including small business owners. That’s why, when we see scammers taking money from small businesses, we step in.
Work from home business scam sidelined
Would you be tempted by an online business training program that promises you could earn thousands of dollars a month working from home? I wouldn’t blame you if you were.
Protecting your devices from cryptojacking
Instead of min(d)ing their own business, are scammers using your computer as their virtual ATM?
No gift cards for tech support scammers
Hey computer users, it’s time for a pop quiz.
Winners are losers in lottery & sweepstakes scams
You get a card, call, or email telling you that you won! Maybe it’s a lottery, sweepstakes, or some other prize. The person calling is excited and can’t wait for you to get your winnings.