In this FTC video, a retired educator describes Medicare imposter calls that wore her down until she shared her information. Learn the warning signs and how to protect a parent’s benefits.
An FTC video on scammers who pretend to be the IRS and threaten arrest over back taxes. Learn how real IRS contact works and what to do if you get one of these calls.
An FTC video on why reporting scams matters, even if you didn’t lose money. Plus exactly how and where to report different kinds of fraud.
An FTC video on why sharing what you know about scams protects friends and family. Plus easy conversation starters for parents, grandparents, and neighbors.
An FTC video on IdentityTheft.gov, the free government site for reporting identity theft and getting a personal recovery plan. Plus the first steps to take.
An FTC video on what to do after your information is exposed in a data breach. Plus a step-by-step plan based on what was exposed.
An FTC video on recovering a hacked email account. Plus our step-by-step recovery checklist, including the hidden settings hackers change.
An FTC video on caller ID spoofing, where scammers fake the name or number you see. Learn why a local number can still be a scam and how to block and report these calls.
An FTC video on blocking unwanted calls on a cell phone with call-blocking apps, carrier tools, and phone settings. Plus a simple setup checklist.
In this FTC video, older adults describe Social Security imposter calls that threatened arrest. Learn how the scam works, how to take control back, and where to report it.
