Digital Security 101

Is Etsy Legit? 9 Etsy Scams To Avoid in 2025
Etsy is a legitimate platform for buying unique goods from creators — but scammers also use the platform to advertise fake or counterfeit products.

What To Do If You Gave Your SSN to a Scammer
As soon as you discover your SSN has been compromised, freeze your credit, secure your online accounts, and report the crime to the FTC and local police.
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The Latest Cash App Scams You Need To Avoid Right Now
Scammers use common Cash App scams — such as accidental payments, fake giveaways, and cash flipping schemes — to trick you into sending them money.

How To Identify a Fake Text Message Scam [With Examples]
The most common text scams claim to be about missed deliveries, job offers, or fraud alerts. Others start as wrong-number texts that rope you into investment scams.

Scammer Phone Numbers You Need To Block and Ignore
Scammers use spoofed, fake, or masked phone numbers to try and trick you into answering their calls — but you can spot a scammer if you know these tips.

The Latest UPS Scam Texts You Need To Know About
Scammers send text messages and emails claiming to be from UPS saying that there’s an issue with your package — and you need to click a link to fix it.

How To Tell If a Facebook Profile is Fake (and What To Do)
Fraudsters use fake Facebook accounts to target you with impersonation scams, spread misinformation, or trick you into paying for fake Marketplace items.

What To Do If You’ve Been Scammed Online (How to Recover)
Americans lost nearly $12.5 billion to scams in 2025. If you’ve been a victim, these are the steps you should take to recover and protect yourself.