Ask the Scam Guard
Not sure if something is a scam? Describe the call, text, email, or website below and get a clear, plain-language answer. It is free, private, and available any time.
Your privacy matters. Do not type full Social Security numbers, account numbers, or passwords. The Scam Guard is a helpful guide, not a replacement for your bank or the police. In an emergency, call the Elder Fraud Hotline at 1-833-372-8311.
Scam Guard can make mistakes. When in doubt, never send money or share personal details — and call the hotline above.