Fake Pop Up Scam

Fake Pop-Up Scam What is a Fake Pop-up scam? A fake pop-up scam is like any other pop-up scam, however, this one in particular tricks the user into thinking they have a virus on their computer or mobile phone. Pop-ups like this often appear after clicking on a link from an unsolicited message. Do not […]

Fake Pawn Stars Text Scam

Fake Pawn Stars Text Scam What is a Fake Pawn Stars Text scam? Like most scam text messages, the point of this text is to get you to click on the link. If you view the provided link, you will be redirected to a website that warns you of a virus. The link is fake, […]

Revenge Scam

Revenge Scam What is a Revenge scam? A revenge scam is when someone targets a victim who was already scammed prior. Sometimes, the scammer can find the victim on forums asking questions about finding a specific scammer, or sometimes the new scammer might also be the old scammer. The revenge scammer will tell you they […]

Pig Butchering Scam

Pig Butchering Scam What is a Pig Butchering scam? The pig in this analogy is the victim, and the butcher is the scammer. This scam usually begins with the scammer contacting the victim through SMS, social media, dating apps, etc. attempting to initiate conversation and establishing rapport. Eventually, the scammer will introduce a phony investing […]

Verification Code Scam

Verification Code Scam What is a Verification Code scam? This scam can occur in two common ways: 1) The scammer needs to create an online account for a common service like Google Voice and needs to link a real phone number to the service. As a way to obfuscate the process even more, they will […]

Free Video Game Console Scam (Facebook Marketplace)

Free Video Game Console Scam (Facebook Marketplace) What is a Free Video Game Console (Facebook Marketplace) scam? This is fairly common scam that is reported to us. It involves an outraged parent or ex-partner saying they are giving away their child’s or ex-partner’s video game console away for free. The catch is however, that the […]

Influencer Scam

Influencer Scam What is an Influencer scam? This scam involves receiving messages on social media platforms, typically Instagram, offering you opportunities to collaborate or promote a brand. Often, these messages come from either the brand’s official account or a newly created one directing you to contact the main account. However, the catch is that working […]

Netflix Missed Payment Scam

Netflix Payment Scam What is a Netflix Payment scam? A Netflix Payment Scam is similar to other missed payment scams, however, this scam will target Netflix users in particular. Usually, you will receive a phone call from a representive that claims to be a 3rd party company working for Netflix and is looking for a […]

Social Security Request Checkout Scam

Social Security Request Checkout Scam What is a Social Security Checkout scam? We have received numerous reports lately that some websites, especially those targeting teens on social media sites, are requesting an SSN at checkout. Typically, teens do not comprehend the damages that can be done by giving away your information like this. Usually, once […]

Fake Payment Scam

Fake Payment Scam What is a Fake Payment scam? Scammers deceive you into believing you’ve received a genuine payment, often through emails that mimic authentic payment confirmations. These emails may closely resemble legitimate messages from payment services, making them difficult to identify as scams. Additionally, scammers may use doctored screenshots to further convince you of […]