Google Verification Code Scam
Beware of a new Google verification code scam going around. Let's see how it works and what to do if you shared your voice verification code.
Phone Scams
Phone scams have only become more sophisticated over time, with new technologies and the relative lack of regulatory protection of cell phone numbers compared to landlines.
Scam phone numbers are one of the most common forms, as scam operations will use spoofing technology to generate a false phone number that you might trust, as opposed to a phone number you definitely won’t.
Senior phone scams are prevalent, targeting elders with tempting benefits in exchange for personal information. Luckily, you can now stop robocalls easily – see HERE how.
Phone Scams: List Below
Phone scams involving the IRS and tax refunds are also common. Anyone calling from the IRS is not from the IRS; they only send letters.
Robocalling and many other phone scams are out there. Learn about what they are and how they operate below.
Trending e-SIM Scams You Must Know
In this article, we focus on the functional diagram of the new trend, eSIM scams, to acknowledge the potential fraud that comes with it.
How To Stop Robocalls
Here is an in-depth guide on how to stop robocalls and block numbers on your mobile device, whether that's Android or iPhone.
Geek Squad Scam: The Renewal Trick
Geek Squad Scam: How It Works One resurfaced scam that has been making the rounds this week is the Geek Squad scam. It can take various forms, including the Geek Squad Number or the Geek Squad Renewal variations. It’s one of the typical phone scams making victims nation-wide every day. The Geek Squad scam typically … Geek Squad Scam: The Renewal Trick Read More »
GroupMe Free iPhone
Beware of a new GroupMe Free iPhone scam, perpetrating these days as a message for all the members. The scheme promotes an iPhone 13.
Canada Border Services Scam Call
Canada Border Services Scam Call: How It Works Watch out for recent Canada Border Services scam calls that are targeting consumers across the country these days. They are automated messages from crooks claiming to work for the Government. These phone scams inform you that Canada Border Agency detected a suspicious package. Let’s take a look … Canada Border Services Scam Call Read More »
How To Protect Yourself From Phone Scams
You can implement several tips to protect yourself and your friends and family from phone scams. Here's a must-read guide.
USPS Text Message
Watch out for a USPS Text Message scam. It comes as a notification claiming to be from the United States Postal Office regarding a USPS survey.
U.S. Marshals Scam Call
A new U.S. Marshals scam call is going around this week. Criminals claiming to be from the U.S. Marshals office impersonate agency's workers.
DMV Refund Scam
Beware of a new DMV Refund Scam going around these days. It comes as a bogus Department of Motor Vehicles text message about a check.
National Insurance Suspension
There is a new National Insurance Suspension scam going around. It comes as a fake National Insurance scam call claiming to be official.
Fountain Blue Pools
Beware of the Fountain Blue Pools USPS Text Message Scam - aka the "w6fvc info" scam. It's about a USPS scheduled delivery for a parcel.
Top 7 Phone Scams and How To Avoid Them
Even though phone scams have been around for decades, it seems that they aren't stopping anytime soon. Here are 7 types of phone call scams.
Ugfgs.Me Text Message
Beware of the Ugfgs.me scam. It is a text message from that website - or gl5y.me or vor.in.net. - about a non-existent ISP balance.
AT&T Contest Scam
AT&T Contest Scam: How It Works Beware of a new AT&T Contest Scam, aka the AT&T Rewards text message. It comes as a notification on your smartphone informing you that you came first in the Connecticut AT&T Contest. The text says you can claim an iPad or an iPhone 12 using a code. Be careful … AT&T Contest Scam Read More »
Holland and Lieberman Lawsuit
Watch out for the Holland and Lieberman lawsuit scam, a bogus text message inviting you to file a class-action lawsuit. Here it is:
Service Canada Scam Calls
Service Canada Scam Calls: How They Work Many Service Canada scam calls are targeting consumers across the country these days. Most of them are automated messages from criminals claiming to be from the Government. These phone scams inform you that your Social Insurance Number (SIN) is suspended or your name has been reported. Let’s take … Service Canada Scam Calls Read More »
