Scammers’ Secrets Revealed: 10 Tricks They Use Every Day.

Phishing Emails & Message Scammers send emails or texts pretending to be from banks, delivery services, or tech companies, urging you to click on fake links.

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Fake Customer Support Call They impersonate tech support, claiming your computer or account has a problem, tricking you into giving remote access.

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Lottery & Prize Scam "Congratulations! You’ve won a prize!"—but you must pay a small fee to claim it. Legitimate contests don’t require upfront payments.

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Romance Scam Fraudsters build fake relationships online, gaining victims’ trust before asking for money.

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Impersonation Scam Scammers pose as government officials, family members in distress, or even police officers to manipulate victims.

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Fake Online Store They create websites selling products at unbelievable discounts but never deliver the items.

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Investment Scam "Guaranteed returns with no risk!"—these frauds lure people into Ponzi schemes and fake crypto investments.

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Overpayment Scam A buyer sends an overpaid check and asks for a refund, but the check later bounces.

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Fake Charity Scam Scammers exploit generosity, especially after disasters, by creating fake donation campaigns.

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Job Offer & Work-From-Home Scam Fake employers offer high-paying remote jobs but ask for fees or personal details upfront.

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