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.
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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.

How To Avoid the Google Voice Verification Code Scam
Learn why scammers ask for your Google Voice verification code, what they can do with it, and how to protect yourself against Google Voice scams.

The 14 Cash App Scams You Didn’t Know About (Until Now)
Cash App is convenient and fast. But is it safe? Not always. Here are the latest Cash App scams to be aware of and how to protect yourself from scammers.
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The 12 Walmart Scams You Didn’t Know About (Until Now)
Walmart is the world’s biggest retailer. But that also makes it a huge target for scammers. Here are the latest Walmart scams you need to be aware of.

How To Prevent Check Washing: 8 Steps
Personal and pre-printed checks carry the highest risk of being washed. Here are eight ways to prevent check washing.

20 Phishing Email Examples: What Not To Fall For In 2024
Spotting a scam email isn't easy if you don't know the signs. Here are 20 phishing email examples that might look real at first.

Is AnyDesk Safe To Download? Avoid These 7 AnyDesk Scams
Did someone ask you to download AnyDesk? Slow down, as it could be a scam. Learn how AnyDesk scams work and how to keep yourself safe.

How To Avoid Black Friday & Cyber Monday Scams (2023)
Black Friday & Cyber Monday scams are on the rise. Learn 9 common ways con artists are defrauding holiday shoppers this year.

What Are “Spam Risk” Phone Calls? Why Do They Keep Calling?
AT&T identifies an unwanted or potentially harmful call as a “Spam Risk”. Answering these calls could do more than just increase scam call frequency.