Digital Security 101

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.

What To Do If Your Personal Information Has Been Compromised
Your personal information — including your email, phone number, and even SSN — can be compromised in a data breach or hack, putting you at risk of fraud.

How To Spot a Citibank Phishing Email (With Examples)
What does Citibank phishing email look like? How to spot them? If you’ve mistakenly interacted with one of these emails, what do you do?

Did You Give Your SSN To Scammers? Do This Now
Scammers can use your Social Security number to steal your identity — or worse. Here’s what you need to do if you accidentally gave your SSN to scammers.

Can Someone Hack Your Phone With Just Your Number?
If a hacker has your phone number you could be at risk of identity theft, financial fraud, and more. Here’s how to keep your number and your identity safe.

Is Minecraft Safe For Kids? What Parents Need To Know
Is Minecraft safe for kids? There are underlying risks to this popular video game. Parents need to know more to protect their children.

How To Protect Your Bank Account From Identity Theft [NEW]
Scammers will go to any length to get access to your accounts and financial information. Here’s how to protect your bank account from identity theft.

What Is Synthetic Identity Theft? (and How To Protect Yourself)
Criminals combine stolen and fake information to create "synthetic" identities. But while the IDs are fake, they can do real damage to you.
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My Mother Stole My Identity
What would you do if your mom stole your identity? Here's how Axton Betz Hamilton dealt with an identity thief in her family.

Here's What To Do If Your Driver's License is Lost or Stolen
A stolen driver’s license is the key that opens you up to identity theft. If your ID is lost, stolen, or missing, act fast to secure your identity.
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10 Common Types of Financial Fraud & Schemes (With Examples)
Identity thieves are almost only ever after one thing: your money. Here’s how to recognize signs of financial fraud and protect your money from scammers.

17 Vile Covid Scams That Hounded Victims in 2022
More than 700,000 Americans have fallen victim to Covid scams. Here are the latest scams you need to know (and how to protect yourself).

Don’t Fall For These 7 Nasty Refund & Recovery Scams
Fraudsters know you’re desperate to get your money back after being scammed. Don’t get tricked twice. Look for these warning signs of a recovery scam.

Did You Get Scammed on Cash App? Here’s What To Do
Did you get scammed on Cash App? Here’s how you can try to get your money back and how to avoid common Cash App scams in the future.