Known Scams
Educational guides about common scams targeting seniors and their families.
"Your Amazon Account Has Been Suspended" Email — Is It a Scam?
Got an email saying your Amazon account is suspended? It's almost certainly a scam. Learn how to spot it and what to do.
Read more →Amazon Order Confirmation for Something You Didn't Buy — Scam Email Explained
Received an Amazon order confirmation for something you didn't buy? Here's why it's a scam and what to do next.
Read more →"Suspicious Activity on Your PayPal Account" — How to Spot This Scam Email
PayPal suspicious activity email? Don't click. Learn how to tell if a PayPal security email is real or a phishing scam.
Read more →Is the Geek Squad Renewal Invoice Email a Scam?
Got a Geek Squad renewal invoice you didn't expect? It's a scam. Learn how this popular email fraud works and what to do.
Read more →"Netflix: Your Payment Could Not Be Processed" — Scam Email Alert
Netflix payment failed email? It's likely a phishing scam. Here's how to tell and what steps to take to stay safe.
Read more →"Your Apple ID Has Been Locked" — Scam Email or Real?
Got an email saying your Apple ID is locked? It's a phishing scam. Learn how to verify and protect your Apple account.
Read more →"Unusual Sign-In Activity" Microsoft Email — Scam or Legitimate?
Microsoft unusual sign-in activity email — real or scam? Learn how to verify Microsoft security alerts and avoid phishing.
Read more →Bank of America Security Alert Email — Is It a Scam?
Bank of America security alert email asking you to verify? It's a phishing scam. Learn how to protect your account.
Read more →Chase "Verify Your Account" Email — How to Tell It's a Scam
Chase Bank asking you to verify your account via email? It's a phishing scam. Here's what to look for and how to stay safe.
Read more →Wells Fargo "Suspicious Transaction" Email — Scam Explained
Wells Fargo suspicious transaction email? Don't click. Learn how this common banking phishing scam works.
Read more →"You've Won a Walmart Gift Card" — Why This Email Is a Scam
Won a Walmart gift card via email? It's a scam. Learn why these prize emails are fake and how to protect yourself.
Read more →"Your Facebook Account Will Be Disabled" — Email Scam Explained
Email saying your Facebook account will be disabled? It's a phishing scam. Learn how to tell and keep your account safe.
Read more →Norton Antivirus Renewal Invoice Email — Is It a Scam?
Norton renewal invoice you didn't expect? It's a known scam. Learn how this fake invoice trick works and what to do.
Read more →"Your McAfee Subscription Has Expired" — Scam Email Warning
McAfee subscription expired email? Most are scams. Learn how to spot fake antivirus renewal emails and stay protected.
Read more →IRS Tax Refund Email — How to Spot This Common Scam
IRS tax refund email asking for personal info? The IRS doesn't do that. Learn how this scam works and how to report it.
Read more →"Your Social Security Number Has Been Suspended" — Email Scam Alert
Social Security number suspended email? Your SSN can't be suspended. This is a government impersonation scam. Learn more.
Read more →Medicare "New Card" or "Benefits Update" Email — Is It a Scam?
Medicare new card email? Medicare doesn't contact you by email. Learn how this scam targets seniors and what to do.
Read more →CRA Tax Refund Email Scam — How Canadians Can Spot the Fraud
CRA tax refund email asking for your SIN? The CRA doesn't do that. How to spot this common Canadian email scam.
Read more →Service Canada Benefits Email — How to Tell If It's a Scam
Service Canada email about your CPP or OAS? Benefits aren't suspended by email. Spot this scam and protect yourself.
Read more →HMRC Tax Refund Email — How to Tell It's a Scam
HMRC tax refund email? HMRC never asks for bank details by email. Learn how to spot this common UK phishing scam.
Read more →TV Licensing "Payment Failed" Email — Scam Explained
TV Licensing payment failed email? It's likely a phishing scam. Here's how to check and protect your details.
Read more →ATO Tax Refund Email Scam — What Australians Need to Know
ATO tax refund email? The ATO doesn't email refund links. How to spot this Australian phishing scam and stay safe.
Read more →Revenue Commissioners Tax Refund Email — Scam Warning for Ireland
Revenue Commissioners refund email? Revenue never asks for PPS numbers by email. Spot this Irish phishing scam.
Read more →USPS "Your Package Could Not Be Delivered" — Email and Text Scam
USPS package couldn't be delivered? Asking for a fee or your info? It's a scam. Learn how this delivery fraud works.
Read more →UPS or FedEx Delivery Notification Email You Didn't Expect — Is It a Scam?
Unexpected UPS or FedEx delivery email? It may be a phishing scam. Learn how to spot fake shipping notifications.
Read more →Canada Post Missed Delivery Email — How to Tell It's a Scam
Canada Post missed delivery email? Asking for a fee? It's a scam. Here's how to spot fake Canada Post emails.
Read more →Royal Mail "Unpaid Shipping Fee" Email Scam — UK Warning
Royal Mail unpaid fee email? Royal Mail sends paper notices, not payment links. How to spot this UK delivery scam.
Read more →Australia Post "Delivery Failed" Email — Is It a Scam?
Australia Post delivery failed email? AusPost leaves a card, not an email. Learn how this Australian scam works.
Read more →An Post Customs Fee Email Scam — What to Know in Ireland
An Post customs fee email? Be careful — most are scams. Learn how to verify legitimate An Post charges in Ireland.
Read more →Email From Your "Boss" Asking You to Buy Gift Cards — It's a Scam
Email from your boss asking to buy gift cards? It's a scam. Learn how business email compromise works and what to do.
Read more →Received a Fake Invoice Email From a Company You Don't Recognize?
Got an invoice for something you didn't buy? Don't call the number on it. Learn how fake invoice email scams work.
Read more →Email Requesting an Urgent Wire Transfer — Business Email Compromise Scam
Email asking for an urgent wire transfer? Verify by phone first. Learn about business email compromise wire fraud.
Read more →Zelle or Venmo "Payment Received" Email — How This Scam Works
Zelle or Venmo payment email asking for a fee? It's a scam. Learn how fake payment notification scams work.
Read more →Microsoft Tech Support Scam Email — "Your Computer Has Been Compromised"
Microsoft email saying your computer is compromised? It's a tech support scam. Don't call the number. Learn why.
Read more →Apple "iCloud Storage Full" Scam Email — How to Spot It
Apple iCloud storage full email? It's likely a scam. Learn how fake Apple support emails try to steal your information.
Read more →Windows Defender Security Alert Email — Scam Explained
Windows Defender alert via email? Windows doesn't email security alerts. This is a tech support scam. Learn more.
Read more →Email Romance Scam Warning Signs — How Seniors Are Targeted
Online relationship turning into money requests? Know the warning signs of email romance scams targeting seniors.
Read more →Romance Scam: Online Partner Asking for Money by Email — UK and AU Guide
Online partner asking for money by email? Romance scams cost millions annually. Recognize the signs and protect yourself.
Read more →E-ZPass or Toll Fee "Unpaid Balance" Email Scam — What to Know
E-ZPass unpaid toll email? Toll authorities don't email payment links. Learn about this trending scam and stay safe.
Read more →AI Voice Cloning and Family Emergency Scams — What Seniors Need to Know
AI cloning a family member's voice? Scammers use deepfakes for emergency scams. Learn how this works and how to verify.
Read more →Cryptocurrency Investment Email Scam — "Guaranteed Returns" Warning
Crypto investment email promising guaranteed returns? It's a scam. Learn how email-based crypto fraud targets victims.
Read more →How to Forward a Suspicious Email for Free Scam Checking
Not sure if an email is a scam? Forward it to check@scam.support for a free, instant risk assessment. No signup needed.
Read more →How to Protect Elderly Parents From Email Scams — A Caretaker's Guide
Worried about your parents and email scams? Practical steps to protect elderly family members without taking away independence.
Read more →I Clicked a Link in a Scam Email — What Should I Do Now?
Clicked a scam email link? Don't panic. Here are the steps to take right now to protect your accounts and information.
Read more →How to Spot a Scam Email — 5 Warning Signs That Never Lie
Learn the 5 warning signs that reveal a scam email every time. Practical tips anyone can use to spot fakes fast.
Read more →The 10 Most Common Scam Emails Targeting Seniors in 2026
The 10 most common email scams targeting seniors in 2026, with real examples. Know what to look for and stay protected.
Read more →How to Report a Scam Email — Step-by-Step Guide by Country
Step-by-step guide to reporting scam emails in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Ireland, and NZ. Help stop fraud.
Read more →IRD Tax Refund Email Scam — New Zealand Warning
IRD tax refund email? Inland Revenue doesn't ask for bank details by email. Spot this NZ phishing scam.
Read more →NZ Post Delivery Fee Scam Email — What New Zealanders Should Know
NZ Post delivery fee email? NZ Post doesn't charge via email links. How to spot this New Zealand delivery scam.
Read more →"You've Won the Lottery" Email — Why It's Always a Scam
Email saying you won the lottery? You didn't. Learn why lottery and prize emails are always scams and what to do.
Read more →ESB or Electric Ireland "Overdue Bill" Email — Scam Warning for Ireland
ESB or Electric Ireland overdue bill email? It's likely a scam. Learn how to spot fake utility emails in Ireland.
Read more →Telstra "Account Suspended" Email — How Australians Can Spot This Scam
Telstra account suspended email? Don't click. Learn how to spot fake Telstra emails and protect your account.
Read more →Optus Data Breach Phishing Email — What Australians Need to Watch For
Optus email after the data breach? Scammers exploit it to steal more info. How to spot fake Optus phishing emails.
Read more →TD Bank Security Alert Email — Is It a Scam? (Canada)
TD Bank security alert email? TD doesn't ask for credentials via email. Spot this common Canadian banking scam.
Read more →Barclays "Suspicious Activity" Email — UK Banking Scam Warning
Barclays suspicious activity email? It's a phishing scam. Learn how to spot fake Barclays emails and protect your account.
Read more →AIB or Bank of Ireland Phishing Email — How to Spot It in Ireland
AIB or Bank of Ireland email asking to verify? It's a phishing scam. How to spot fake Irish banking emails.
Read more →DHL Delivery Notification Email You Didn't Expect — Is It a Scam?
Unexpected DHL delivery email? DHL is the most impersonated shipping brand. Learn how to spot fake DHL notifications.
Read more →LinkedIn Job Offer Email Scam — "We Found Your Profile" Warning
LinkedIn job offer email from a stranger? Most are scams. How to spot fake recruitment emails and protect yourself.
Read more →"Hi Mum" or "Hi Dad" Scam — Email Follow-Up After WhatsApp Message
Got a 'Hi Mum' or 'Hi Dad' message followed by email? It's a scam. Learn how this family impersonation fraud works.
Read more →Amazon Prime Renewal Invoice for $139 — Email Scam Explained
Amazon Prime renewal invoice you didn't expect? Don't call the number. Learn how this callback scam works.
Read more →E-ZPass Toll Fee Text Message Scam — Why That Unpaid Toll Text Is Fake
Got an unpaid toll fee text from E-ZPass? It's a scam. Learn why toll authorities never text payment links.
Read more →"Fraud Alert" Text From Your Bank — How to Tell If It's a Scam
Bank fraud alert text asking you to click a link? Real banks don't do that. Learn how to spot fake fraud alert texts.
Read more →Fraud Alert Text Claiming to Be Your Bank — UK Scam Warning
Bank fraud alert text in the UK? Banks never send links by text. How to tell a real alert from a smishing scam.
Read more →Fraud Alert Text From Your Bank — Canadian Scam Explained
Bank fraud alert text in Canada? Your bank never sends links by text. How to spot this common Canadian smishing scam.
Read more →Bank Fraud Alert Text Scam — What Australians Need to Know
Bank fraud alert text in Australia? Banks never send links by SMS. How to spot this smishing scam and stay safe.
Read more →"Your Package Cannot Be Delivered" Text Message — Scam Alert
Package delivery text asking for a fee? USPS and UPS don't text payment links. Learn how this text scam works.
Read more →Royal Mail Delivery Fee Text Scam — UK Smishing Warning
Royal Mail delivery fee text? Royal Mail sends paper notices, not text links. Spot this UK smishing scam.
Read more →"Your Account Has Been Compromised" Text — Why It's a Scam
Text saying your account is compromised? Don't tap the link. Learn how this smishing scam steals your credentials.
Read more →IRS Tax Refund Text Message — How to Know It's a Scam
IRS tax refund text? The IRS never texts you. This is a scam to steal your SSN and bank details. Here's what to do.
Read more →CRA Text Message Scam — How Canadians Can Spot the Fraud
CRA text message about a refund or debt? The CRA doesn't text you. How to spot this Canadian smishing scam.
Read more →HMRC Tax Refund Text Message — UK Smishing Scam Warning
HMRC tax refund text? HMRC never asks for bank details by text. How to spot this UK smishing scam.
Read more →Centrelink Text Message Scam — What Australians Should Watch For
Centrelink text asking you to click a link? Services Australia doesn't do that. Spot this Australian smishing scam.
Read more →"You've Won a Prize" Text Message — Why It's Always a Scam
Won a prize by text? You didn't. Learn why prize and lottery text messages are always scams and what to do.
Read more →Job Offer Text Message From a Number You Don't Know — It's a Scam
Job offer text from a stranger? It's a task scam. Learn how fake job texts work and why you should never respond.
Read more →Revenue Tax Refund Text Scam — Warning for Ireland
Revenue tax refund text in Ireland? Revenue doesn't text refund links. How to spot this Irish smishing scam.
Read more →"Hi Mum" WhatsApp Scam — How This Family Impersonation Works in the UK
Got a 'Hi Mum' WhatsApp from a new number? It's a scam. How this family impersonation fraud works in the UK.
Read more →"Hi Mum" or "Hi Dad" WhatsApp Scam — Australia and NZ Warning
Hi Mum text on WhatsApp in Australia or NZ? Don't send money. How to verify and stop this family scam.
Read more →WhatsApp Verification Code Scam — Someone Asking for Your 6-Digit Code
Someone asking for your WhatsApp verification code? Never share it. How this account takeover scam works.
Read more →WhatsApp Business Impersonation Scam — Fake Customer Support Messages
WhatsApp message from a company asking for your details? It's likely a scam. How fake business accounts target you.
Read more →Facebook Marketplace Payment Scam — Fake Buyers and Sellers Explained
Facebook Marketplace payment scam? Fake buyers and sellers are everywhere. How to spot and avoid Marketplace fraud.
Read more →Instagram "Is This You in This Video?" Scam — Don't Click the Link
Instagram DM asking 'is this you in this video?' Don't click. Your friend was hacked. How this scam spreads.
Read more →Facebook Messenger Scam — When a "Friend" Asks for Money or a Code
Friend on Messenger asking for money? Their account may be hacked. How Facebook Messenger scams work.
Read more →WhatsApp Investment Group Scam — Fake Trading and Crypto Groups
Added to a WhatsApp investment group? It's a pig butchering scam. How fake trading groups steal your money.
Read more →AI Voice Cloning Grandparent Scam — When the Voice on the Phone Sounds Real
Phone call from your grandchild begging for money? AI can clone voices now. How the grandparent scam works in 2026.
Read more →Phone Call From "Microsoft" About Your Computer — It's a Scam
Microsoft calling about your computer? Microsoft never calls you. How this tech support phone scam works.
Read more →Unexpected Call From "Apple Support" — Phone Scam Warning
Call from Apple Support you didn't request? Apple doesn't call you. How to spot this phone scam.
Read more →"Your Social Security Number Has Been Suspended" Robocall — Scam Explained
Robocall saying your SSN is suspended? Your SSN can't be suspended. This is a government impersonation scam.
Read more →Phone Call From Your Bank's "Fraud Department" — How to Tell It's a Scam
Call from your bank's fraud department? It might be a scammer. How to verify and avoid phone banking fraud.
Read more →CRA Threatening Phone Call Scam — How Canadians Are Being Targeted
CRA phone call threatening arrest? The CRA doesn't do that. How to spot this Canadian government phone scam.
Read more →IRS Phone Call Threatening Arrest — Why It's Always a Scam
IRS calling and threatening arrest? The IRS doesn't phone you. This government impersonation scam costs millions.
Read more →Phone Scam: Utility Company Threatening to Shut Off Power Today
Call threatening to shut off your power today? Utilities don't do that. How this phone scam pressures victims to pay.
Read more →Jury Duty Scam Call — "You Missed Jury Duty and Face Arrest"
Call saying you missed jury duty and face arrest? Courts don't do that by phone. How this scam works.
Read more →Grandparent Scam Using AI Voice Cloning — Canadian Warning
Grandchild calling for bail money in Canada? AI can fake their voice. How this grandparent scam targets seniors.
Read more →Fake Online Store Scam — How to Spot Fraudulent Shopping Websites
Online store with prices too good to be true? It's likely a scam. How to spot fake shopping websites.
Read more →Crypto Investment Scam Through Social Media Ads — Don't Fall for Fake Returns
Crypto ad on Facebook with celebrity endorsement? It's a scam. How fake investment ads steal your money.
Read more →Romance Scam Escalation Patterns — How Online Love Turns Into Financial Fraud
Online relationship asking for money? Know the escalation patterns of romance scams before it's too late.
Read more →Rental Deposit Scam — How Fake Listings Steal Your Housing Money
Great rental deal that seems too good? Rental deposit scams steal thousands. How to spot fake housing listings.
Read more →Fake Charity Scam After a Natural Disaster — How Scammers Exploit Generosity
Donating after a disaster? Beware fake charities. How scammers exploit natural disasters to steal donations.
Read more →QR Code Scam (Quishing) — Why You Should Think Twice Before Scanning
Scanned a QR code and it looked suspicious? QR code scams are rising fast. How 'quishing' steals your data.
Read more →Fake Tech Support Pop-Up in Your Browser — "Your Computer Is Infected" Scam
Scary pop-up saying your computer is infected? It's a browser scam. Don't call. Here's how to close it safely.
Read more →Facebook Marketplace Rental Scam — How Fake Lettings Target UK Renters
Flat on Facebook Marketplace asking for deposit before viewing? It's likely a scam. How UK rental fraud works.
Read more →How to Spot a Scam Text Message — 7 Red Flags to Watch For
Learn 7 red flags that reveal scam text messages every time. Practical tips to spot smishing texts instantly.
Read more →How to Block Scam Calls on iPhone — Step-by-Step Guide for 2026
Stop scam calls on iPhone with built-in features and free tools. Step-by-step guide to blocking robocalls.
Read more →How to Block Scam Calls on Android — Step-by-Step Guide for 2026
Block scam calls on Android with built-in tools. Step-by-step guide to stopping robocalls and spam calls.
Read more →I Gave a Scammer My Bank Details — What Should I Do Right Now?
Gave a scammer your bank details? Act now. Step-by-step emergency guide to protect your accounts and money.
Read more →How to Help a Parent Who Fell for a Scam — An Emotional and Practical Guide
Parent fell for a scam? Here's how to help practically and emotionally, without shame. A guide for adult children.
Read more →How to Set Up Call Screening for Elderly Parents — Protect Them From Scam Calls
Set up call screening on your parent's phone in 10 minutes. Block scam calls for elderly family members.
Read more →Common Scam Tactics Explained — Urgency, Authority, and Isolation
Every scam uses urgency, authority, and isolation. Understand these 3 tactics to protect yourself from all fraud.
Read more →How Scammers Find Your Phone Number — And What You Can Do About It
How did scammers get your number? Data breaches, brokers, and social media. What you can do to reduce exposure.
Read more →Social Media Privacy Settings for Seniors — A Simple Setup Guide
Public social media profile? Scammers use it to target you. Simple privacy settings guide for seniors.
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