Scam News and Alerts
Looking for a Job? Watch for These Scams
Criminals pose as fraudulent employers, seeking your money and personal info
How Criminals Use Amazon's Name to Perpetrate Fraud
Imposters pretend to represent the company requesting payments, offering bogus jobs and more
Why You Shouldn’t Answer Calls From Unknown Numbers
Avoid scams — including the ‘say yes’ or ‘can you hear me’ scam – by ignoring unsolicited callers
Victims Targeted in Stolen Cash Recovery Scams
Be aware of unscrupulous criminals who offer to help make you whole again
What to Know About Cryptocurrency ATMs
Crypto kiosks are everywhere, helping scammers steal cash from victims
Drivers: Keep an Eye Out for New Toll Road Scams
Criminals pretend to be highway officials requesting payment after your trip
6 Top Scams to Watch Out for in 2024
Criminals are getting more sophisticated and supercharging old scams with new technology
Many Scammers Now Ask for Payment in Gold Bars
Criminals tell victims to liquidate their savings to buy gold — then hand it over for ‘safekeeping’
Fraud Fighting
What to Do if Your Wallet Is Lost or Stolen
7 steps to prevent identity theft and money loss — plus how to replace what’s missing
How to Manage Relationships With Chronic Scam Victims
Sometimes a loved one refuses to or can’t see that they’re the victim of a scam
How to Avoid Scams on Facebook Marketplace
Scammers aim to take advantage of both buyers and sellers. Here’s how to spot and avoid them
Criminals Pretend to Be Your Pal in ‘Do Me a Favor’ Scams
An increasingly common scheme involves impostors claiming to need help buying gift cards
How, Why and When to Check (or Freeze) Your Credit Score
Monitoring your creditworthiness is key for tracking your financial health and spotting fraud
10 Worst Things to Carry in Your Wallet
With identity theft rampant, keep only the essentials in your pocket or purse
AI Fuels New, Frighteningly Effective Scams
The technology can help criminals impersonate celebs, law enforcement — or even you
Victim Support
AARP's Fraud Watch Network Helpline Is Fighting for You
Volunteers provide emotional support and practical advice to scam victims
Keep Those With Cognitive Decline Safe From Scams
Key steps to protect vulnerable family members’ finances in an age of rampant fraud
More on Fraud
Title Fraud Thiefs Steal Your Identity — Then Your Home
Criminals can use public information to victimize both buyers and owners in this real estate scam
Are You a Scam Victim? You Might Get Hit Again by Taxes
Advocates are working to change federal laws to separate fraud losses from taxable income
What to Know to Protect Yourself Against Bank Scams
It can be hard to tell whether you’re being contacted by your bank or a criminal
14 Must-Listen Podcasts About Scams and Con Artists
Find eye-opening true-crime stories and tips for avoiding fraud
What to Do After You’ve Experienced a Scam
Take these steps to protect your bank accounts and personal information, and find the support you need
How Much Do You Know About P2P and Crypto Scams?
Take this quiz to see if you are savvy about tools like Zelle and Venmo, and why criminals
How to Avoid ‘Wrong Number’ Text Scams
Crooks pretend to contact you accidentally to lure you into a crypto investment or other scheme
The Perfect Scam Podcast: When Suicide Follows a Scam
A crypto scheme takes everything from a grandfather. His family shares his story
‘Shark Tank’ Stars Fed Up as Scammers Use Their Images
Criminals manipulate their photos and videos in ads for weight-loss products, keto gummies
Glossary of Scam and Fraud Terminology
From A to Z, here’s a guide to the frequently used lingo of deception
