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These are common scams targeting people right now. Tap any one to learn how to spot it and how to report it.

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Social Security Impersonation

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Someone claims to be from Social Security saying your number is suspended and you must act now.

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Medicare or Health Insurance Scam

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Someone claims to be from Medicare and needs your number to send a new card or benefit.

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Grandparent or Family Emergency Scam

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A caller sounds like your grandchild in trouble and begs you to send money right away.

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Tech Support Popup Scam

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A scary popup or call says your computer is infected and you must call Microsoft or Apple now.

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Bank Fraud Department Impersonation

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Someone claims to be your bank's fraud team and tells you to move your money to a safe account.

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Gift Card Payment Demand

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Someone insists you pay a bill, fine, or fee using gift cards from the store.

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Romance Scam

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Someone you met online builds a relationship, then asks for money for an emergency.

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Package Delivery Text Scam

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A text about a package problem asks you to click a link and confirm details or pay a small fee.

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QR Code Scam

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A QR code on a flyer, parking meter, or email leads you to a fake site that steals your details.

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Cryptocurrency Investment Scam (Pig Butchering)

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A new online friend or partner guides you into a crypto investment that turns out to be fake.

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Amazon or Account Alert Scam

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A message says there's a large charge or problem on your Amazon or other account and to call now.

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All scams to know

Social Security Impersonation

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Someone claims to be from Social Security saying your number is suspended and you must act now.

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IRS Tax Impersonation

Someone claims to be the IRS saying you owe back taxes and will be arrested if you don't pay today.

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Medicare or Health Insurance Scam

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Someone claims to be from Medicare and needs your number to send a new card or benefit.

See how to spot it

Grandparent or Family Emergency Scam

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A caller sounds like your grandchild in trouble and begs you to send money right away.

See how to spot it

Tech Support Popup Scam

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A scary popup or call says your computer is infected and you must call Microsoft or Apple now.

See how to spot it

Bank Fraud Department Impersonation

Going around now

Someone claims to be your bank's fraud team and tells you to move your money to a safe account.

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Gift Card Payment Demand

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Someone insists you pay a bill, fine, or fee using gift cards from the store.

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Romance Scam

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Someone you met online builds a relationship, then asks for money for an emergency.

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Lottery or Sweepstakes Scam

You're told you won a prize but must pay a fee or taxes to collect it.

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Package Delivery Text Scam

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A text about a package problem asks you to click a link and confirm details or pay a small fee.

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Utility Shutoff Threat

Someone claims your power or water will be cut off within the hour unless you pay now.

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QR Code Scam

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A QR code on a flyer, parking meter, or email leads you to a fake site that steals your details.

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Cryptocurrency Investment Scam (Pig Butchering)

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A new online friend or partner guides you into a crypto investment that turns out to be fake.

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Charity Fraud

Someone asks for a donation to a cause or disaster relief, but the charity isn't real.

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Government Grant Scam

You're told you qualify for a free government grant but must pay a fee to receive it.

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Amazon or Account Alert Scam

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A message says there's a large charge or problem on your Amazon or other account and to call now.

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Jury Duty or Arrest Warrant Scam

A caller claiming to be law enforcement says you missed jury duty and must pay a fine to avoid arrest.

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