Stop and talk to someone you trust. Before you do anything else, tell someone — a friend, a family member, a neighbor — what happened. Talking about it could help you realize it’s a …

Job seekers don’t have the time or resources to waste on fake opportunities, but there are some ways to spot these scams. Watch this video as FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson explains.

That’ll prevent unauthorized access to your computer if you step away or to your phone if you lose it. Create a backup copy of your information. That way you can recover it if your device gets …

Nov 18, 2025 · That’s where the FTC’s new tool, How I’ll Avoid a Scam: My Action Plan, can help. You can use it to make a list of people you trust — maybe your friend, neighbor, parent, …

How to Avoid a Scam Block unwanted calls and text messages. Take steps to block unwanted calls and to flter unwanted text messages. Don’t give your personal or financial information in …

Nov 20, 2025 · If someone contacts you unexpectedly and tells you to buy gold bars and hand them to someone (anyone!) to “protect your money,” you’ve spotted a scam. Instead of doing …

How To Recognize and Avoid Phishing Scams Scammers use email or text messages to trick you into giving them your personal and financial information. But there are several ways to protect …

Dec 30, 2024 · Start at consumer.ftc.gov where you’ll find articles, consumer alerts, and advice to help you spot and avoid scams. Check out resources in multiple languages.

ReportFraud.ftc.gov is the federal government's website where you can report fraud, scams, and bad business practices. Visit consumer.ftc.gov to find tips and learn how to avoid scams.

Recognizing common signs of a scam could help you avoid one. Also available to order in Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese. You can order this print publication in …