Spot scams, stop spam, stay safe.
Practical, no-jargon guides for catching scams across email, texts, websites, and calls — plus advice for helping the people you protect.
For everyone
How to stop spam calls
Spam calls waste your time and sometimes try to take your money. You can cut most of them off with a few settings and habits. Here is exactly what to change today.
What “Scam Likely” means
“Scam Likely” is a warning your carrier puts on incoming calls it believes are fraud. It is usually right. Here is what it means and what to do about it.
How to identify a scammer
Scammers come in many disguises, but they all push the same emotional buttons. Once you know the pattern, you can spot them fast. Here are the signals that hold up across any channel.
How to spot a scam
You don’t need to be a security expert to spot a scam. You need a short checklist you can run in your head every time something feels off. Here it is.
Latest scams to watch for
Scammers update their tricks, but their goals stay the same. These are the newer schemes showing up most often right now, and how to recognize each one.
Common scams explained
A handful of scam types account for most of the money stolen each year. Learn these patterns once and you’ll recognize countless variations. Here are the most common.
How to report a scam
Reporting a scam helps stop it from spreading and can support your case if you lost money. It only takes a few minutes. Here is exactly where to report and how.
How to check if a website is legit
Fake online stores and phishing sites look more convincing every year. Before you enter your card details, run a few quick checks. Here is how to tell a real site from a scam.
For guardians & family
Scams targeting seniors
Older adults are often targeted because scammers assume they have savings and may be more trusting. If you’re helping a parent or relative, this guide explains the common schemes and how to step in respectfully.
The grandparent scam
The grandparent scam preys on love and panic. A caller pretends to be a grandchild in trouble and begs for money fast. Here is how it unfolds and how your family can shut it down.
Protect elderly parents from scams
Protecting a parent from scams is about partnership, not control. The goal is to add gentle safeguards while respecting their independence. Here is a practical plan you can start this week.
Online safety for seniors
Being online opens up connection, shopping, and information, and it can be safe with a few simple habits. This checklist is written for older adults and the family members helping them. Take it one step at a time.
Elderly romance scams
Romance scams target the wish for companionship, and older adults are often singled out. These schemes are emotional and can cause real heartbreak as well as financial loss. Here is how they work and how to help with care.
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