Think You’re Safe? These 10 Scammer Tricks Say Otherwise.
Scammers send fake emails or texts pretending to be from banks, delivery services, or government agencies. They create a sense of urgency, asking you to click on links and enter sensitive information.
You get a call from someone claiming to be from Microsoft or Apple, saying your computer has a virus. They trick you into giving remote access or paying for unnecessary services.
If you get an unexpected message saying you won a lottery you never entered, it's a scam. They’ll ask for taxes or fees before releasing your "winnings."
Fraudsters build fake online relationships, gain trust, and then ask for money, often for a fake emergency.
Some scammers set up professional-looking websites selling products at unbelievable prices. Once you pay, the product never arrives.
Scammers pose as government agents, threatening arrest or legal action unless you pay immediately.
Promises of high returns with little risk? It’s likely a scam. Fraudsters convince victims to invest, then disappear with their money.
If a job requires an upfront payment or personal banking details, it's a red flag.
Scammers exploit disasters and tragedies, asking for donations that never reach real victims.
Fraudsters call pretending to be a relative in distress, needing urgent financial help.