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Consumer Alert

Welcome to National Consumer Protection Week 2018

Tom Pahl

As the nation’s consumer protection agency, the FTC stands up for consumer rights. Every day, we work to shut down scammers and protect consumers everywhere.

Consumer Alert

Phishers send fake invoices

Ari Lazarus

We’ve recently heard that scammers are recycling an old phishing attempt.

Consumer Alert

The FTC will never ask you to send money

Andrew Johnson

If someone claiming to be with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) contacts you and asks you to send money, it’s a scam. Do not pay.

Consumer Alert

New easy money con, same old tricks

Emma Fletcher

What would you give for a turnkey system to earn six figures in 90 days or less, all while working from home? That’s what the defendants behind Digital Altitude promised.

Consumer Alert

Has an online love interest asked you for money?

Colleen Tressler

Looking to start a new relationship? For some, that may mean meeting a new love interest online. Word to the wise: sometimes it’s best to lead with your head and not your heart.