Digital Security 101

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Fraud

Scammer Phone Numbers You Need To Block and Ignore

Scammers use spoofed, fake, or masked phone numbers to try and trick you into answering their calls — but you can spot a scammer if you know these tips.

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April 15, 2025
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Fraud

Is Etsy Legit? How To Identify Etsy Scams In 2025

Etsy is a legitimate platform for buying unique goods from creators — but scammers also use the platform to advertise fake or counterfeit products.

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April 15, 2025
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Fraud

The Latest UPS Scam Texts You Need To Know About

Scammers send text messages and emails claiming to be from UPS saying that there’s an issue with your package — and you need to click a link to fix it.

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April 14, 2025
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Fraud

How To Tell If a Facebook Profile is Fake (and What To Do)

Fraudsters use fake Facebook accounts to target you with impersonation scams, spread misinformation, or trick you into paying for fake Marketplace items.

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April 4, 2025
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Fraud

What To Do If You’ve Been Scammed Online (How to Recover)

Americans lost nearly $12.5 billion to scams in 2025. If you’ve been a victim, these are the steps you should take to recover and protect yourself.

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March 18, 2025
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Fraud

How To Avoid Romance Scams Online

Romance scammers are now using AI-powered tools and stolen data to manipulate their victims — but there are still warning signs that you can watch for.

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March 17, 2025
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Fraud

How To Quickly Identify a Scammer (Online, Phone, and Text)

Data breaches and AI have helped scammers become more convincing — but there are still common red flags that can warn you if you’re being scammed.

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February 27, 2025
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Fraud

Why Am I Getting So Many Spam Calls?

Your phone number is often leaked or sold, which makes it easy for scammers to spam you. Block unknown calls and protect your info to cut down on spam.

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February 25, 2025

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