Today's active online scams
We track the latest tricks circulating in your neighborhood. Read our simple, non-technical breakdowns below so you can protect yourself and warn your family.
Latest active alerts
These three scams are currently circulating. Take a breath, look for the red flags, and never feel rushed into clicking.
The fake package text
Urgent bank alert call
The social media lottery
You get a text saying a package cannot be delivered until you click a link to update your home address. It is a trick to steal your card details.
A caller claims your account is locked and asks for a temporary code sent to your phone. Real banks will never ask for this code.
A friend messages you about a government grant or lottery you won. Their account was hacked; do not send money to claim your prize.
Anatomy of a scam
Most online scams rely on creating a false sense of urgency. They want you to panic so you act before thinking.
Always look for the red flags: demands for immediate payment via gift cards, links that look slightly misspelled, or requests for private passwords. When in doubt, simply close your screen.
Safe habits start with a simple pause. No legitimate agency will ever threaten you with immediate arrest or demand instant wire transfers over the phone.
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