Digital Security 101

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Fraud

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.

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July 16, 2025
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Fraud

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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July 8, 2025
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Fraud

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.

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April 23, 2025
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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.

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April 18, 2025
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Fraud

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.

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April 15, 2025
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Fraud

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.

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April 14, 2025
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Fraud

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.

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April 4, 2025
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Fraud

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.

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March 18, 2025

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