Tag: scam

We’ve heard that people are getting official-looking emails about the Western Union settlement. The thing to know is that you cannot apply for a refund by email.

Ever get a chain letter in the mail or online?

Last week, we gave you an overview of the latest

A lot of us have student loans – and some of us have trouble paying them every month.

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.

The numbers are in, the counts have been made, and today the FTC announced

During National Consumer Protection Week 2018, March 4-10, the FTC will co-host four Facebook Live chats (including one in Spanish

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

The FTC has a long history of protecting people from scams.

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.