Consumer Alert
Watch out for card skimming at the gas pump
With the summer travel season in high gear, the FTC is warning drivers about skimming scams at the pump.
Consumer Alert
Warn your friends about tech support scams
Tech support scams, which get people to pay for fake computer help or steal their personal information, are convincing.
Consumer Alert
Staying away from nanny and caregiving job scams
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.
Donating Safely and Avoiding Scams
When you decide to support a cause you care about, you want your donation to count. Doing some research and planning your giving can help ensure your donations get where they’ll do good. Here are tips
Consumer Alert
Scammers create fake emergencies to get your money
“I lost my wallet and ID. I’m stranded — please wire money.”
Consumer Alert
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.
Consumer Alert
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.
Consumer Alert
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.