🚨 Hang Up Immediately If Someone:
- Says they're from the IRS, Social Security, or Medicare and demand immediate payment
- Claims your computer has a virus and asks to connect to it remotely
- Says a family member is in trouble and needs money wired right now
- Asks you to pay with gift cards, wire transfer, or cryptocurrency
- Creates panic and says you must act immediately or something terrible will happen
Safety Guides
All guides →How to Spot a Phone Scam Before It's Too Late
The most common scams targeting seniors and exactly how to recognize them.
How to Spot a Fake "Your Computer Has a Virus" Pop-Up
These fake alerts look terrifyingly real. Here's how to tell the difference and what to do.
How to Spot a Fake Email (Phishing)
Fake emails from "Amazon", "your bank", and "Netflix" are designed to steal your password. Here's what to look for.
How to Create a Password You'll Remember (and Hackers Won't Guess)
A simple system that works. You only need to remember one thing.
The golden rule: If anyone calls you, texts you, or emails you asking for money, gift cards, or remote access to your computer — hang up, don't click, and call a family member first. Real government agencies and companies never do this.