Common Types of Scams Explained
Learn how modern scams work — from phishing and delivery fraud to crypto and romance scams — and how to recognize them before it’s too late.
Education is the most powerful defense against deception. This category covers the fundamentals — how scams operate, why people fall for them, and the universal red flags that appear in nearly every scheme. Perfect for beginners, it’s where readers can build a solid foundation in scam awareness and prevention.
Learn how modern scams work — from phishing and delivery fraud to crypto and romance scams — and how to recognize them before it’s too late.
Learn how artificial intelligence powers modern scams through deepfakes, voice cloning, and automation — and how awareness can stop them.
Learn how to support a friend or family member who’s been scammed. Offer empathy, guide recovery steps, and help rebuild confidence and security.
Discover why scams succeed. Explore how human psychology and technology combine to make fraud so effective — and how awareness breaks the cycle.
Learn how scammers exploit fear, trust, and urgency. Understand the psychology behind fraud and protect yourself from manipulation.
Learn the essential steps to take if you’ve been scammed — stop payments, secure accounts, report fraud, and protect your identity from further harm.
Learn the 10 universal red flags that reveal online and phone scams, plus practical steps to verify safely and respond if you are targeted.