Learn to Protect Yourself
โ ๏ธ Common Scams Targeting Seniors
Tap any category to learn how these scams work and how to stop them.
Tech Support & Phone Scams
Fake tech support calls, robocalls, pop-up warnings, and phone scams that create urgency to steal your money or access your computer.
Impersonation Scams
Criminals posing as government agencies, your bank, law enforcement, or even family members. They use fear and authority to pressure you.
Romance & Relationship Scams
Fake online relationships designed to build trust before asking for money. Includes "pig butchering" investment schemes.
Medicare & Health Scams
Fake Medicare card renewals, "free" medical equipment offers, and insurance fraud that target seniors specifically.
Investment & Financial Scams
Fake investment opportunities, cryptocurrency schemes, lottery wins, and Ponzi schemes that promise unrealistic returns.
Identity Theft
Stealing your personal information to open accounts, file tax returns, or make purchases in your name.
๐ Free Learning Center
Short, plain-language lessons. No technical knowledge needed.
How to Spot a Scam Phone Call
โฑ๏ธ 3 min read
Spotting a Fake Email or Text Message
โฑ๏ธ 4 min read
Tech Support Scams: What You Need to Know
โฑ๏ธ 5 min read
Why Seniors Are Targeted and How Scams Work
โฑ๏ธ 6 min read
Pig Butchering: The Long Game Investment Scam
โฑ๏ธ 5 min read
Gold Bar Scams: When Criminals Send a Courier
โฑ๏ธ 4 min read
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