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I Replied to a Spam Text — What Should I Do Now?

If you replied to a spam text you could be at risk of identity theft or having your phone hacked. Learn how to stay safe after replying to a spam text.

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May 31, 2023
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Did the DMV Text You? Here’s How To Know If It’s a Scam

Scammers impersonate the DMV to fool you into giving them money and personal information. Learn how to identify the most common DMV text scams.

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May 31, 2023
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How To Block Spam Texts From Email Addresses

Are you getting spam and scam texts from email addresses? Learn why this happens, what it means, and how to block texts from emails.

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May 30, 2023
Internet Security
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How To Stop Spam Texts (on Android and iPhone)

Millions of spam texts are sent every single day. Learn how to stop spam texts, block spammers, and protect your phone and identity from criminals.

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May 30, 2023
Internet Security
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Would You Fall For These 9 Craigslist Scams?

Craigslist scams are hard to prosecute because scammers operate outside of your home country or use stolen identities. Here are 9 ways to shop safely.

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May 22, 2023
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How To Spot a Bank of America Phishing Email

Did you get a suspicious email from Bank of America? It could be a scam. Learn to spot the warning signs of a Bank of America phishing email.

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May 17, 2023
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Did You Get a Dark Web Alert? How To Secure Your Accounts

If your PII surfaces on a cybercrime forum or website, there are ways for you to receive early notifications. This is where Dark Web alerts come in.

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April 24, 2023
Internet Security
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Scammed Using Apple Pay? Here's How To Get Your Money Back

Were you scammed on Apple Pay? Here’s how you can identify common Apple Pay scams and dispute fraudulent charges to try and get your money back.

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April 20, 2023
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Was Your IP Address Hacked? How To Tell & What To Do

If your IP address is hacked, scammers can gain enough information to break into your financial accounts or steal your identity. Here’s how to stay safe.

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April 19, 2023
Internet Security
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What Is Credit Protection? 4 Options (and How To Choose)

Credit protection covers a wide range of tools that can protect your finances. Learn about the most common types of credit protection and how to choose.

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April 17, 2023
Credit & Finance
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Debt Collector Scams: How To Tell If a Debt Collector Is Legit

Did you get a phone call, letter, or message about unfamiliar debt? It could be a scam. Learn the latest debt collector scams and how to stay safe.

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April 12, 2023
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What Can Scammers Do With Your Passport Number?

What Can Scammers Do With Your Passport Number?

A compromised passport number can lead to identity theft and fraud. Learn how to tell if your passport number is stolen and how to protect yourself.

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April 12, 2023
Identity Theft
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New Netflix Scams: Why Someone Could Be After Your Account

Phishing emails make up the lion’s share of all Netflix scams today, but there are other ways that you could be caught off guard.

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April 6, 2023
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Brushing Scam: Is This Free Amazon Package Legit?

Did an unexpected Amazon package show up on your door? If so, you might be the target of a brushing scam. Here’s what to do about it.

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March 9, 2023
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How To Identify a Military Romance Scam: 17 Warning Signs

There’s nothing more vile than someone pretending to be a service member to scam you. But military romance scams are real. Here’s how to spot them.

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February 10, 2023
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How To Remove Hard Inquiries From Your Credit Report

Here’s how to remove hard inquiries from your credit report if you suspect fraud. Unfamiliar and undisputed hard checks might cost you your identity.

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February 6, 2023
Credit & Finance
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How To Tell If An Email Is From a Scammer [With Examples]

Did you receive an email from PayPal or Amazon asking to confirm your account details? Could it be legitimate or a scam? Here's how to tell.

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February 2, 2023
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Credit Lock vs. Credit Freeze: Which One Is More Secure?

Credit freeze, security freeze, and credit lock are often used interchangeably — however, there are key differences between them you should know.

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January 27, 2023
Credit & Finance
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Stolen Social Security Card? Here’s What To Do

As long as SSNs are used as unique identifiers, scammers will target them. Learn what to do if your Social Security card is stolen or missing.

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January 20, 2023
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What to do if your phone is stolen.

Stolen Phone? Don't Panic! Follow These 11 Steps Now

Scammers can do more damage than you think with a stolen phone. Here’s what to do if your phone is stolen to protect your identity and more from fraudsters.

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January 16, 2023
Fraud
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How to Recover a Hacked Instagram Account [Step by Step]

Was your Instagram account hacked? Don’t panic. Follow this step-by-step guide on what to do if your Instagram is hacked and you’ve been locked out.

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January 16, 2023
Fraud
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Can You Change Your Social Security Number? (How-To Guide)

Unfortunately, there are only a few, very specific situations where you'll be able to change your Social Security number (SSN).

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January 16, 2023
Fraud
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The Dangers of Using Public Wi-Fi (and How To Stay Safe)

Public and unsecured Wi-Fi networks are convenient. But are they safe? Learn the 10 hidden dangers of unsecured and public Wi-Fi networks (and what to do).

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January 10, 2023
Internet Security
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Someone Claimed Unemployment in My Name. What Should I Do?

If scammers claim unemployment in your name, your bank account, credit, and identity could be at risk. Learn what to do to protect yourself.

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January 10, 2023
Fraud
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Fraud Alert vs. Credit Freeze: Which Is Better & How To Choose

Both tools can help protect your personal information and identity. But what’s the difference and when do you choose a fraud alert vs. a credit freeze?

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January 9, 2023
Credit & Finance
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What Is PPP Loan Fraud? How Scammers Stole $100+ Billion

PPP loan fraud has been called the largest fraud of all time with more than $100 billion stolen. But what is it exactly? And how does it put you in danger?

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January 6, 2023
Fraud
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How to Lock Your Social Security Number for Free (Self Lock)

While there’s no one way to freeze your Social Security number (SSN), using a Self Lock or blocking electronic access can help secure it.

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January 5, 2023
Credit & Finance
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Here's What To Do If Your Driver's License is Lost or Stolen

A stolen driver’s license is the key that opens you up to identity theft. If your ID is lost, stolen, or missing, act fast to secure your identity.

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January 5, 2023
Identity Theft
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Don’t Fall For These 7 Nasty Refund & Recovery Scams

Fraudsters know you’re desperate to get your money back after being scammed. Don’t get tricked twice. Look for these warning signs of a recovery scam.

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December 16, 2022
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Did You Get Scammed on Cash App? Here’s What To Do

Did you get scammed on Cash App? Here’s how you can try to get your money back and how to avoid common Cash App scams in the future.

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December 2, 2022
Fraud
Google Voice verification code scam

How To Avoid the Google Voice Verification Code Scam

Learn why scammers ask for your Google Voice verification code, what they can do with it, and how to protect yourself against Google Voice scams.

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September 15, 2022
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Carding: The Fraud Technique Destroying Your Credit

Online shopping with your credit card is convenient. But can put you at risk of a type of fraud called carding. Learn how to protect yourself today.

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May 24, 2022
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