Scam Directory
Your comprehensive guide to understanding and identifying various types of online and offline fraud.
Popular Scams
Phishing Scams
Impersonation
Scammers impersonate legitimate organizations like banks, tech companies, or government agencies to trick you into revealing sensitive information.
Tech Support Scams
Technical Fraud
Fraudsters pose as technical support representatives from well-known companies to gain access to your computer and financial information.
All Scams
Phishing Scams
Impersonation
Scammers impersonate legitimate organizations like banks, tech companies, or government agencies to trick you into revealing sensitive information.
Tech Support Scams
Technical Fraud
Fraudsters pose as technical support representatives from well-known companies to gain access to your computer and financial information.
Romance Scams
Impersonation
Criminals create fake profiles on dating sites and social media to form relationships with people, building trust before asking for money.
Investment Scams
Financial Fraud
These scams promise high returns with little to no risk, often involving cryptocurrencies, foreign exchange, or "secret" investment techniques.
Grandparent Scams
Impersonation
Scammers call or email elderly people, pretending to be their grandchild in serious trouble and in urgent need of money.
Lottery & Prize Scams
Financial Fraud
You are contacted and told you have won a large prize, but you must first pay a fee to cover taxes, shipping, or processing.
Government Impersonation Scams
Impersonation
Fraudsters pose as officials from government agencies like the IRS, Social Security Administration, or local law enforcement to extort money or information.
Fake Check Scams
Financial Fraud
You receive a realistic-looking check for an amount larger than expected and are instructed to deposit it and wire back the "overpayment".
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